WOMEN AGES 50 + FOR SEPTEMBER 2015
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Hi there:
Is this a group or just a discussion? I am not sure how to join if it is a group. So, I am 55, trying to lose 87 pounds. This is my third major weight loss battle in the last 10 years. The first was 50 pounds, then over 50 and this time I really did some damage. This last time, I suffered a Back injury - not horrible but enough to stop exercising and keep eating. It came on fast this time. from last summer to about January. Then I kind of held there for a few months and then realized I had to get moving and curb my eating to get back. So I am at 213.75 right now, 23.25 pounds down, but it has been a really TOUGH road. I am looking for a group that is in a similar situation to me.
Over 50, not our first rodeo, etc. Any ideas?0 -
Laurie - We are a group discussion
We have a tremendous camaraderie here between women from varied walks of life and even some other countries. We are friends. We support and encourage each other and are even ready to give a swift kick in the rear end when needed. We have all been thru the struggles of losing and maintaining weight loss and the life struggles that pop up along the way. First and foremost you need to log every bite of food each day on MFP and up your exercise. You will find what works best for you and what you are comfortable with. We ask that you sign a name you want to be called at the end of each post with your location for easy identification in responding. If you've read many of the posts you will see we all share our challenges with life, not only food. Welcome, stop by often and post as you feel comfortable.
Janetr OKC0 -
Vicki - MAJOR Hi Five for sticking to your guns over the scheduling! You should be VERY proud of yourself. :flowerforyou:
lauriebelofina - Hi there! Yes, I have lost serious amounts of weight about four times, but with the help of this group I have managed to keep it off this time. Checking in here often keeps me accountable. You can do it and have made a great start. :flowerforyou:
Off to bed to read my Kathy Reichs.
Got to set the alarm for the train tomorrow. Must pack a Quest bar for "emergency" rations, just in case.
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@skrace We aren't a fussy bunch, just a place to vent, be accountable, and typing your journey daily is all you need to do. No joining neccessary. I however had to give a urine sample, a long background check, and swab my inner cheek for some reason....but that was just me. I did get a clean bill of health from @pipcd34 ...phew.
Becca
and no I don't partake in the funny little green leaves that are legal in Oregon presently..... lol
funny!! oh, i still don't have the authorization to release information form signed by you so i can look at your medical records.
um....I did get a notice of "illegal access activity" into my file...was that you? hahahahahaha......Becca0 -
I now have a tablet (iPad), and am going to TRY to post on the board from time to time. I haven't figured out how to respond to you individually w/o taking notes by hand on paper first. I DO enjoy reading your posts, and they really encourage me. I realize that I haven't lost many pounds, but I have learned to exercise, and am really enjoying the ability to be more flexible, and manage the arthritis pain better. My NSV would be loss of inches, and wearing some things that I couldn't even get into a year ago. Take care, y'all, and hang in there-- you ARE worth it! janie0
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Lauriebeloffmarks ... Last year this time I was down 72 pounds with 40-50 to go. Then I let circumstances derail me and gained back 25 of those pounds ... Now losing again. You are not alone here! Welcome!
Beth in Western New York
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Becca - Thank you for your positive insight. You are so correct in saying meal prep is the key. I resolve to get that part going ! I'm finding it hard to get my husband on the same page. He needs the calories,and carbs...and I need a whole lot less.....
Susan MN
Susan I play "chef Becca" a lot of times when I cook for my son and husband. I have found that I am really content with saute'ing some zucchini and adding some wild rice, with lots of cayenne pepper and tumeric. They don't like that and its not my job to change their eating habits, but just keep tabs on mine. I have an area in my kitchen that is MINE....looks like this:
I have decided that this is my own journey and I shouldn't have to drag my family along. I know many people would disagree with that way of doing things, but the Navy killed my husbands taste buds...really! And my son is really picky, thanks to my husband....so as long as he eats a salad once a week, eats his protein, and takes a multi-vitamin, I am doing good.
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@GodMomKim aw thanks for the compliment about my dress. I really enjoyed the evening with my dear husband. We never did anything like that when we were raising our kids. As each of our kids left the nest for the Navy, we have realized the importance of us, without any hobbies, or distractions, or the idea of "living our lives thru our children". At the time it was the #1 important thing, and maybe this "coming together mentally and just being content" is the natural process of things. I think its really important to have a support system that you can trade clothes back and forth as you lose weight. Being comfortable in your clothes is as important as being comfortable in your skin. Having clothes hang on you is really uncomfortable! :-)0
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My eldest son walking on the helo pad on a frigate he was assigned to. Just a normal day out at sea.
Becca
Oregon
Missing my sons...... its been only a month with the eldest son, but a year since I have seen the middle son :-(0 -
The reason most people fail instead of succeed is that they trade what they want the MOST for what they want at the MOMENT.
Elaine, this is a great place for encouragement and support. I read the posts with my breakfast on mornings when I have to be out early. I don't always post long replies, often just a line of two.
Vicki in Devon, we have had several members from the UK....I hope you keep coming back..our challenges and successes have no national or oceanic boundaries
Katla, bon voyage, I hope it is a great trip
Sue, it sounds like you are making the most of your weekend
Rori, I lost my weight with Isagenix and have kept it off for years using the shakes and other products. When I travel, I bring a blender and shake powder. I hope you'll like it as much as I do. I admire how well you do with all your travel....it's not exactly health and fitness but "Better Than Before" by Gretchen Rubin is about habits and how to make them work for you.
Alison, it sounds like your trip took a turn for the better....enjoy
Sylvia, one of my mother's cats brought a small snake into the house many years ago and my mother called and insisted that I come and get the cat, because she didn't want a cat that brought in snakes.....sorry to hear about the lizard.
Vicki, glad there was a good outcome for the staffing problem at work...enjoy the rest of your weekend.
Laurie, welcome...Janet gave some great first steps. When I found MFP in 2009, at age 62, I didn't believe I'd ever lose the weight but with consistent logging of food and exercise and supportive women to keep me moving one day at a time, I reached my goal weight and have stayed there even through some injuries and travel and life's ups and downs.
Heather, I have read some Kathy Reichs but not for a few years....I loved the books.
Janie, sometimes even with computer, I just take a few notes and respond to a few people.....sometimes I just talk about myself.
Jake made lunch and then suggested a nap.....it doesn't get better than this
Barbie from beautiful drizzly NW Washington 
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I have been trying to post for about two hours but my two daughters sitting here with me always m,e me laugh so much I can't have my time to post. I didn't post last night because for one everything was going so well and when. We all got home and had a good time and I didn't get to bed until around midnight. Christina got to his room early and said that she was to be my substitute for the morning and I come whenever I woke up. Well when you need those two grand kids of mine to deal with along with their Dad who works on slow time, you sit on the step ready to go until they are ready. It takes me 15 minutes after I wake up till I am in the car. So we get here about 10;30. Repeat of yesterday when he was real drowsy. Hopefully that will be better like last night. Oh, I guess I didn't tell you about last night. He ate really well and liked it!!!!! I talked to him today about what he remembered about being here. He doesn't remember anything past waiting a long time to get into his room from the emergency room. So he doesn't remember the 11 days,
Well my family is here and although they are trying to take over a lot of burdens, my precious Ellie is so giggly that she can be difficult to take at times. Last year when we went to Panama City, she say in the back all by herself and Trinity sat in the bucket seat next to me and it was so quiet in the car. But if they in the same seat it can be constant giggling. Last night coming home from Bob Evans, I just told them that I would pull over In a parking lot and stay there until they were quiet. talk about frost in the car.
Was spa proud that I gained a pound over night. I think it was because it actually had 2 regular meals yesterday. The kids are also having fun pushing me from door to hospital room in wheel chair so I don't have to work.they go back sometime. Tomorrow.
love you all, Joyce.0 -
My middle son....last Sept. when he got married....hes such a handsome guy! A friend straightened my hair.
Becca
missing my long hair.....
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annr - there is such a thing called extensions ya know0
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Hope everyone who celebrates is having a good Labor Day weekend. Cloudy here today. DD daughter is working on new slats for her bed as she bought a new mattress. Helped her yesterday to saw them to the right length. Need to get dear nephew who is an electrician over here to help us out with electrical in the barn. Some lights work and some not even though we have changed bulbs. Some outlets work and others not and there are wires that we have no idea about.
Heather - Clothes for DGD are very cute.
Beth - loved the mouse-trap! That might actually work.
Joyce - Continued prayers for you and Charlie.
Tina - Hope things work out with the furbaby.
Pip - Nice nails! Good for you being so co-ordinated.
Healing angels to all who need them and congratulations to those with victories. Sue in WA0 -
Trying to make this thread easier to find, .... the star will not turn yellow :-( What am I doing wrong?
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Maeadair -- I usually just search the "Recent Posts" view for September until I find the thread. But yes, the favorites isn't working for me either.
Hi again -- thanks for the all the welcoming words. I successfully logged yesterday but didn't do my steps. One of the things I seem to be battling is menopausal mood swings. I've been up and down feeling seriously depressed sometimes. I don't want to take HRT because my mother had estrogen-linked breast cancer. I'm hoping this (plus waking up every two hours with night sweats) is as bad as it gets.
One of the happiest things about me is that I like to sing. I sang and played guitar with a friend at church this morning and got lots of compliments, which was great -- made me feel loved. I need to practice guitar more.
Since my feet don't hurt too much today I will do some housecleaning and take a walk in the evening -- probably not make my 10,000 steps but at least do something. Still need to log my food. My sensible lunch consisted church potluck, but this at least included salad and fruit.
My daughter and her friend are over here baking cupcakes.
Elizabeth Southern California
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Mae - click on the star directly a cross from where it says WOMEN AGES 50 + FOR SEPTEMBER 2015. It's NOT the star up by the bell and gear thingy. Hope that helps.
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Thank you Janet, I was clicking the wrong star 0
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Hello beautiful ladies :flowerforyou:
Just popping in to say "hi"!!!
I've had a busy weekend hanging out with friends, cooking outdoors, talking and laughing! Life is good!!!
Carey I think it was you that asked about being busier after retirement....yes!!! When did I ever have time to work, or clean house (or clean out my closet that I thought I would get to this summer :noway:) ??? I'm thinking I will probably slow down as the months get cooler, and maybe then I can get some chores done :laugh:.
Joyce I am so glad your daughters are there, so glad you've been laughing and enjoying having someone to help with Charlie! Keeping you both in my thoughts and prayers!!! Did the Dr. ever tell you what was going on with Charlie?
DJ The beach sounds so nice! I was in Wilmington last weekend 
, it was fabulous!!! Makes me want to move to the sand and surf!!!
Becca What a handsome son!!! I like your stash in the kitchen!
Pip OUCH!!!! Your shoulder really looks painful! Love your nails!
Janie Hello sweet friend!!! We need to get Jb back on the thread too before Christmas, you guys come up with the best lyrics!!! Yay for losing inches!!!
JanetR Sending good thoughts and prayers for your sister and brother in law!!!
Alison Enjoy every minute of your time away!!!
Rori Glad you have some time away from traveling!!! Congrats on your new position, will that still involve a lot of traveling? How is Mars doing?
Welcome to everyone new! This is a great thread to a part of, the women here are kind and caring and smart!!! I've been a part of this thread since May 2012! Barbie is our fearless leader, and a wonderful woman! Come in often and chat away!
Ms. Dog is climbing on my leg again, I'm about 30 minutes passed her dinner time, she is not happy with me at the moment. Those sweet puppy dog eyes looking at me and now she's starting to talk
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Have a wonderful evening ladies!
Hugs,
DeeDee in beautiful gorgeous NC
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Elizabeth, i can relate to challenges of menopause, i also chose not to go down the hrt road, keep playing music, find some cooler sheets and nite shirts, they really help with the nite sweats. But the mood swings! I can tell u they pass thank heavens, but that is small comfort. Keep music and exercise going, i know it helps.
Well, I did manage to get on the treadmill this morning to "earn" two beers at the bbq. I did have an okay time and i didnt stress eat despite all of my social anxiety. I am planning on another big workout tomorrow and not eat any of my exercise calories!
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Heather, I love Kathy Reichs books, as well as Sara P...ski (blanking on her name). I like all the medical and forensic information I learn in Reichs' books, and Sara P's books are set in Chicago. She is another U of Chicago grad like me. I mostly read history or biography, but grab some of the fiction books occasionally. I like the Kellermans, both of them, although their son's book was a little dark for my taste. Oliver Sacks was a great writer too. And anything about the plasticity and training of the brain is fascinating to me.0
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Alison - so glad you had a better second day. We really love to cruise!
Joyce - prayers and thoughts are with you.
Pip - I'm another one that loves anything pumpkin! Will have to look for those in my stores.
Lisa - thanks for showing the display from the Fitbit Charge HR. I haven't gotten one yet so it's helpful to see what kind of information it gives.
Becca - those tomatoes looked great!
Heather - thanks for sharing the information on the Spinach Feta pie. I made it a couple of times and we love it. I understand that it can be frozen but it doesn't last long enough to make it to the freezer.
I have also made the brownie muffins from Hungry Girl and they have been a big hit. I plan on making the zucchini tots tomorrow. Enjoying trying these new recipes.
Thank you for the kind words concerning my ailing furbaby.
Not moving too much due to my back strain. DH is biting at the bit to go biking and kayaking so trying to get it better as quickly as possible. I will go to the chiropractor on Tuesday
Well DH just asked me to make the zucchini tots now so I'm off to do that.
Tina in MD
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after having a chicken or tuna salad for a month straight for dinner, i'm switching to breakfast for dinner. huevos rancheros!0
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Call me crazy but I love to see other people happy and succeeding .
Good Evening Ladies,
Heather, I am aware that there are different “British accents” but trust me, they are “British accents” to us. Lol What do us Yanks know??? We love them all. I saw a sorta spoof on Americans and how we treat people from the UK and it was hilarious to hear them say Water, the way you probably do and then say it the way many Americans do; “Wadder”. The Brits would have to say that to get the Americans to understand them. I hope you can talk DH into another trip over here!!!
Susan, glad you are having a good weekend and good for you on the Jillian Michaels 30 day shred. Let us know how it works for you.
Rori, glad you got to go home for a bit. That’s cool that you got to try the drink mix before buying it. Congrats on the job change being something you like.
Allison, your day sounds lovely. Sorry you have to leave so early tomorrow but so nice that you got to go.
Sylvia, your stay at the lake sounds great. You know you won’t be able to sell the cabin if it has lizzards, so you can just give it to me.
I won’t even charge you extra because of the lizard.
Vicki, you go gurl! I’m sure the new lady will appreciate your efforts.
Lauriebeloffm, welcome. You have come to the right place. This group of ladies is wonderful for support and information. Many of us realize we are tired of diets and doing it over and over again, so we have made this a lifestyle change. There are some here that have met their goals and been on maintenance for a few years. Most of us are still working to get there. Congrats on the loss you have made so far and good luck on your journey. Please sign each post with the name you want to be called and a location is nice too, general or specific.
Janie, congrats on shrinking into clothes. That is a wonderful NSV. Glad you got your IPad and hope to hear from you often.
Becca, I sure don’t think it’s our job to make our DHs eat what we eat. Heck, mine always loses weight when I am the one eating right. Go figure. We eat the same protein and many same veggies but he still eats lots of things that I no longer eat. The ice cream in the freezer is his and the cookies in the pantry are his, along with most of the starches, etc. It still works for us, so that’s all that counts.
Barbie, a nap on a drizzly day with your sweetie, sounds like just what the doctor ordered. Enjoy!
Joyce, there is no better medicine than laughter. So glad to hear the girls have you laughing. You enjoy the family while they are there.
Dee Dee, how dare you be chatting with us when it’s past time for Ms Dog’s dinner! You know they have a built in clock. Glad you are enjoying retirement.
Karen, good for you on not stress eating. Keep up the good work.
Pip, I love breakfast for lunch or dinner. Enjoy.
Well I spent another good part of the afternoon watching tennis again. The US Open and Wimbledon are the only two tournaments that I spend a lot of time watching. That is another nice thing about retirement; I can do this.
I hope all of you have a healthy and happy day.
Words I live by:
Savor. I have to slow down and savor every bite.
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Opportunity. Each day offers new opportunities for good health and happiness if we just look for them and choose them.
I Love you,
DJ
Myrtle Beach, SC
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DARN! I just typed probably 15-20 lines here to update my status and it all disappeared! I HATE TYPING!
Here goes again.
I injured my right hand/arm/shoulder in 7/2012 had to wait for surgeries (hand/thumb/wrist/shoulder) til 11/2012, returned to work 5/2013. Took Family medical leave 8/2013 to help with care of my Mom. She developed Atrial Fib that caused a Stroke in late July. We took care of here with Hospice care at home til mid Nov.
My siblings and a couple grand kids rotated shifts. I took the overnights because that was what I worked for years. Sometimes I would stay there and sleep in her spare room when others were awake with her. My sister hurt her back and shoulder trying to lift Mom by herself and then decided it was too much to care for her at home (Sis was Mom's POA). Several of us have nurses/medical training and felt we could keep her at home as was Mom's wish. Sis disagreed and had her admitted to a Hospice bed in nearby Nursing Home. We still continued our 'shifts'
with Mom so she always had family with her. She Passed Thanksgiving evening 2013 about 9:20pm with me at her side; the others had already gone home for the night. Mom was cognizant and talking up til about the last 5-6 days. Those last days were nonverbal but she did squeeze hands.
I returned to work then proceeded to slip on the Icy cement front doorsteps and get a concussion. Returned to work after about 1 week out, but found I was having balance issues. Landed in the Hospital in late Feb 2014 with Chest pain and erratic heart. They did full cardiac workup and said I was fine, all they could see was POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia) which means my pulse increase when I stand up. Many visits to PCP ( Primary Care Physician), Cardiologist, and Neurologist for passing out/balance issues/kidney issues/unstable vital signs (AP-apical pulse and B/P). Cardiologist did every test except 2. Did not do Catheterization nor Tilt Table. Results per Cardiologist was Only POTS that could be medicated for. I did not tolerate any of the meds tried, I take smaller doses than normal and still have major responses. New Neurologist (original one I loved has retired
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has by passed the Cardiologist and states I have TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury) that has knocked my ANS (Autonomic Nervous System) whacky! That is the part of your brain that controls things your body does automatically IE: Pulse/B/P/tears/sweat/balance/GI & Gu regulation, ETC. This is called DYSAUTONOMIA.
I did 1 yr of PT/OT to try and help with balance/stamina. PT documented AP (pulse) would be in 80's sitting go to 90's standing and up into 120-130's walking slow pace, no resistance, flat plain on treadmill, THEN within 1.5 - 8 mins. I would drop to low 50's and be extremely light headed ( I call it 'greying out" as everything goes grey and looks like looking through fog). When using arms on the 'arm bike" I would do the same thing. My exercise/activity tolerance stinks! This makes doing the type of exercises I did before pretty much intolerable.
My Employer has kept me an 'inactive' employee so I may return without losing my senority/years. However,there are no benefits! ObamaCare was denied stating I had access to employer Ins.. Yes, I can COBRA@$ 978./month!
Who can afford that and then a $5000./ deductible to be met.before a 70/30 split for coverage. Worked with PCP to change what meds.we could to less expensive ones and document all my issues AND state they were on going issues but that I could not Afford to continue seeing PCP/Specialists every 4-6 weeks . I have kept a LOG of issues and abilities.
Soc. Sec. Disability has denied x2. I now have a Lawyer as both PCP and Neurologist state I am unable to work. Disability worker said "...it is not what your Drs say, it is what Our reviewers say that matters." I have long standing history of Migraines which have worsened since the Fall; migraine induced stroke affecting entire left side ( I am lucky, I can use my side) I do things as long as I can see what I am doing but have no 'proper ' feeling on the left (paresthesia). I have had Pulmonary storms x2 and single PEs (pulmonary embolisms ie blood clots in the lungs). I now have balance issues/POTS/ changing vital signs with position changes &/or activities / Heat intolerance (comes with POTS they say)/Esophageal spasms, that I take Nitro for, they decided was/is what causes my 'Chest Pains' (which are different from my epigastric discomfort -GERD). My Cardiac sphincter( at the junction of esophagus and stomach) closes off at times not allowing any food/water to go down ....not nice when happens and whatever ingested comes back up! Extreme dry eyes and skin. Concretians on inside of eyelids that I get 'scraped' (ablation) 2-3x/yr or they scratch my eye. The dry eyes also affect my vision, causes blurring frequently. Balance issues are 2fold, 1) due to TBI and POTS 2) r/t improper feeling under left foot status post Stroke. I have been in the Hospital 6x in past 2 yrs., testing for Chest pains and POTS, Sepsis with temp. of 106.7 F, Kidney stones with blocked kidney and ureter and both were 3x normal size - ended up in Emergency surgery at 7:40 at night. Recent surgery to detach ureter from peritoneal wall where it grew after the blockage.
Enough medical! I used to live alone but have fallen down cellar stairs a few times (to do laundry) due to balance issues that my son has moved home to "help" me ( a story for another time). Let's just say it is an adjustment for all.
It has taken me 3 hours to write this ( in spurts) so I think enough for now.
Only want to say I am back using MFP and trying to get exercise ( in spurts) to lose this weight I have gained back over past 2 yrs. Hope to be supportive and not complain too much> I also enjoy seeing peoples' diaries for food ideas.
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