WOMEN AGES 50 + FOR SEPTEMBER 2015

Mia - wowzers, all kinds of high fives, happy dances and HOORAYS for you. That is so exciting.

We just got home from vacation too, but I'm quite sure I didn't loose any weight.


Janetr OKC

Mary – 6 miiles? Not me !! 3 miles a day and 1 long hike a week was what I had been doing – Levi strained a groin muscle and is slowly recovering --- A huge mile stone happened today and this is TMI but he lifted the leg with the sore muscle to pee --- and the vet said that is the first step forward!
Terri - YEAH!! And they are cute!
Joyce – good job on making good choices!! I wonder if you could slowly do little things to improve his diet, like low sodium cream of mushroom soup, or adding in some fresh (or canned) sautéed mushrooms?
Michele – I have the hardest time tossing food especially dessert! Big NSV in my department for you!
Margaret – Lovely pics!!
Lisa – sending good thoughts that Armando and the Mitchells make the “right” choices! Awesome on the weight!
Alison and Lisa – Alison, Lisa gave really good advice, while if I get dumped on I tend to ditch that person, there are a few that I felt I had to let dump on me, with some counseling I learned to create some boundaries and as I enforced them I found much to my surprise that it worked. Honestly I did it the first time so I could go back to the counselor and say see it doesn’t work.. but I had a family member call me a “naughty word” on the phone and I responded with if you call me that again I will hang up, they did, I said I need to hang up now – please call back when you can be polite and hung up - 20 min. later they called and apologized, it has not all been that easy but it confirmed to me that folks are trainable.!

So Ladies – I want to thank you! Everyone of you! We are so good about reading –listening- or asking a question….. I really appreciate you all…. The following is a bit of a vent…but deep breathing is only so good, I have to let this out and move on…
I am in my local garden club and had (long story) to met today with a gal in the club to see if I could understand where she was coming from on a budget issue and if we could brainstorm a win- win or at least a compromise… OMG! The gal would not even slow down her talking long enough for me to get a question in. I felt like she was campaigning… lots of talk talk talk and no substance! One time in particular I wanted to ask what she meant by “inheritance” it took 8 tries before she let me finish the question before interrupting and then 45 min. before I could get her to explain that she meant financial reserves.. but in her mind using the word reserves mean we are a “ big mean corporation” and she hates “big mean corporations” ! I am exhausted and the darn barista at the coffee place we were at gave me caffeinated coffee and I ONLY drink decaf – I have the shakes, and am wired…grrrrrr This woman is going to be the death of garden club… I am changing up what I am involved in and this may end up being the next change. She is determined that everything should be status quo – she even said that ! I am not completely fond of change, but think conversation about new ideas can be really good, and then some of the ideas should be embraced. She also said anyone under 65 is a useless *kitten*… that would be me. My response was to tell her now you have called me a useless *kitten*, so please apologize RIGHT NOW – she did, the most half hearted crappy apology ever…and she did not believe I was under 65 (I’m 56) I whipped out my driver’s license… I look way better than her! Well I did my duty. And the end result is we will force the budget changes down her throat, and she’ll complain and b1tch all the way. Darn biddy !

September Goals:
Walk everyday –try to hit 180 miles (dog is injured- will skip this this month)
Log everyday –
Twice a week do floor exercises
Weekly fun things –
W1 –
W2 – went hiking
W3 – went hiking,
W4 –
W5 -
Kim from N. California

godmom - i loved your vent, don't you just love those people?

well, finished moving around the couches and vacuuming so i could make room for the spin bike, it will come next friday! no, moving the couches (2 love seats) didn't hurt, used mostly one hand. load is in the dryer, gotta put another load in.

type to ya later

Hi ladies. Quiet day today. I got my nails done and I’m watching Nebraska get their butts kicked by Miami. Later we are going to Octoberfest with some friends. It’s a beautiful day here today.

Mary: my shoulders have never recovered from painting a house once!

Pip: what happens in 6 days?

Linda; so nice to see you here again

Cheryl: I always loved your horse pictures!

Heather; enjoy your time in London

Joyce: so glad Charlie is back at home

Miriam: congratulations!!!! Our girls are adopted too

Alison: has there been any resolution to the issues there? Is it possible you are too nice and that’s why people
think they can take advantage of you? I agree with Lisa (with love)….Ann Landers used to say “no one can take advantage of you without your permission”.

Teri mom: great nsv!

DJ: so here’s the rest of the story: while waiting for dh to get home I went to a neighbors who were all sitting
outside. I put my cold food in their fridge. Pretty soon I’m wondering where dh is and he calls me and says “where are you”? He had come into the neighborhood the “back” way and I didn’t’ see him. It was pretty funny.

Fancy: what a mess to have a flat!

Carol: did you lose your job?

Margaret: great pics!

Katla: glad you are home safe and sound. Rest up!

Lisa: great job!

Well friends it’s time to get ready to go out. Take care, Meg from beautiful Omaha

afternoon ladies~
well we were at the Big E for about an hour and a half before we had to leave, my DSIL is a big woman 6 foot and probably close to 275 lbs , she doesnt do heat well. so we had to leave. I dont do crowds well and it was crazy up there .but at least I got out.. Tom and I did go to Denny's for dinner, and we will go to breakfast for our anniversary,I did buy him a card before this all went down.. we shall see how the weekend progresses.
took a shower and am in my jammies, I have to grocery shop a bit tomorrow..
DFIL this morning downed 4 bowls of cereal,scrambled eggs ,toast ,coffee and milk..so glad he can still put it away...

LinCharpentier wrote: »

Hi all nice to see some of the old faces and many new. Just zoomed through the last page.
For me i'm doing great but do need to smarten up. So I'm looking for your help.

See you all lighter
Linda in Northern Ontario

Nice to see you back

Lillian in West Central Saskatchewan

jmkmomm wrote: »

Lillian, as I as reading your post about making your pear pipe, you have mace listed as an ingredient. I thought mace was used to spray in the face of some one who is attacking you. Is there an edible kind also?

Joyce

Yes, Mace is a spice. Check it out in the spice isle.

Lillian in West Central Saskatchewan

Hello Ladies!
I haven't done anything productive with my day today except fix two good meals and read up on recipes for next week's menus. But at least I'm rested!

DS is feeling a little more like himself after his infusion on Wednesday, and last night we played miniature golf after dinner. It was the first time we played all summer.It was fun to get out, and to squeeze in a little bit of summer tradition before the weather turns too cold. Today he's lounging around and DH is working outside on the stone wall and patio for a pond in our side yard. I saw the numbers on the scale and measuring tape decrease slightly this morning for my weekly weigh-in, so that was good news.

Barbie -- Thanks for the book suggestion, "Better Than Before." I'll have to check it out.
Miriam -- It sounds like the green light for adoption was an important step. It's very sad that the parents didn't show up for the hearing, but all the more reason your action is so necessary. Keep on.
Heather -- It sounds like you are doing your best with the meals. Let those DGKs tire you out and you'll sleep like a rock! I hope to visit Paris some day, and London, too!
Terri -- Congratulations on those snazzy pj's! Getting new clothes is one of my favorite NSV's.
Joyce --Being a caretaker is very hard, isn't it, especially when your dietary needs or habits don't match. I like Kim's suggestion of doing small things to improve his diet. I have done this slowly over the years with my son and husband and they usually don't notice unless they help put away the groceries. :-)
DJ -- Love your words for the day!
fanncy -- Sorry about that flat tire. What a way to put a damper on that trip.
Carol in NC -- Atta girl!
Margaret -- Lovely pictures of your family. Thanks for posting. I haven't tried to figure that out yet.
Katla -- Welcome home!
Linda -- Picking blueberries sounds like a great reason to stick to your goals. For me, some of those simple daily living activities are powerful incentives.
Grandmallie -- Good for you on going to the Fair, even if your day was cut short. I find that my boys are more appreciative when I "disappear" for awhile. I prefer to stay home (like today), so I have to plan and push myself to get out with friends, or even take myself to a movie. They are often surprised when I say I'm going out, and they are usually solicitous when I return. The people who depend on you don't realize how much you do until you are gone for a day or two or ten! :-)
Lisa -- Good job on your weight loss, and keep up the good work! I still want to hear the story about the circus.
Mary -- Painting is coming along!
Vicki - Sorry to hear about DH's job. Hope you have a great ride and get-away weekend to clear your minds.
Mia -- Losing weight on vacation is fantastic! You must have been very active.
Kim -- I laughed out loud over your garden club story, although I'm sure it wasn't funny at all to endure it. You must have the patience of Job! My husband does lots of volunteer work for our small city, and he comes home with lots of stories like yours of people who are hell-bent on a specific agenda, who can't listen, and aren't interested in any other perspectives. Then we will run into these people while we are out, and I just smile and nod (and grit my teeth) while they talk with my husband. You certainly did your best to hear her out!

The dog is pestering me for a walk, and it's time to fix supper so I'd best do something to redeem the day. Hugs and good cheer to all who need a boost.

Polly in Virginia

Hugs from Il
jane

Polly and Pip - thanks for reading and commiserating... I wanted to slap her upside the head - and needed to hear that a. that was reasonable (thanks pip) and that there is some humor in it when you step away (thanks polly)...

But Let's be clear - I do not have the patience of Job, or a saint; just actually blundered on something else asked how I could make it up to the person I blundered with and she said well, there is one thing you could help with - I said you name it.... Oh *kitten* this was it.... Be careful what you offer!!!!

Kim in N. Cal. where it is over 90 at 5:10 in the evening... again.............................

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MNMargaret - you seem to find the most interesting places to go! Thanks for sharing your pictures and sayings they are very meaningful!

Still in New Orleans. Taking it one day at a time. I am enjoying the time with my sister, but I will be glad to get home. Her surgery was yesterday. She's still in a lot of pain, but it's better than last night. I miss my bed, my recliner, my husband, my house, but I've been eating very healthy meals, walking more than at home, and staying within my boundaries for eating times and calories. I hope to have a good report when I finally get back to my scale.

Good evening!

Meg - I didn't lose my job but I have been placed on a 60 day probation period. I don't think I explained what for so forgive me if I already have...

I had an unsigned note in my work mailbox on Tuesday. It obviously had something to do with insurance but my supervisor (I use that term very loosely) left early without telling me she was leaving so I didn't get to ask about it. So, after I was alone in the office, I received a call from some benefits place asking me for all kinds of forms that I didn't know anything about and for a check for almost $5,000 that was needed right away. I answered her questions to the best of my ability but I had been told NOTHING about any insurance agreements. Needless to say, I was embarrassed AND I was very upset because, if they were indeed changing the insurance for those who get benefits, it meant I needed to have a LOT of questions answered and had an overwhelming amount of extra work to be completed by this Tuesday. This is the email I sent to the folks that might be able to answer my questions: "I just received a phone call from someone at Pilot Benefits asking me questions about insurance and saying that she needed at check for over $4,600 tomorrow. I am more than a little confused. If, indeed, there have been arrangements made for a new type of health insurance, I would appreciate some detailed written instructions on what I need to do regarding the changeover." Maybe I could have worded it a bit more gently, but I certainly do not consider it to be insubordination! In addition, my supervisor added to my written reprimand that I had used a short tone with church members. I asked for specific examples so that I could recognize what I had done wrong. She informed me that I had been rude to a man in the office on Tuesday. In my opinion, the man and I had a very pleasant visit with his needs being taken care of respectfully. He was cracking jokes the whole time he was in my office! She also said I was reported as being rude when I answer the door. 1) I answer the door about an average of once per year and 2) I say the same thing she does when she answers the door! Then she was really snotty about telling me that I was inappropriately dressed for the office. She was talking about my request to wear my Physical therapy clothing to work since it is a painful process to get dressed--particularly after my arm has been twisted all over creation. All she had to do is ask me if my condition had improved enough to change before coming to work. (I have no complaints at my other job.) Then she said there was a problem with my accuracy in my job. Yes, there was a mistake; I misread a sloppily handwritten invoice. I readily acknowledged that I had made a mistake and had worked with the vendor to correct it. On top of it all, the pastor sent me a horrible email that said I was scolding our hardworking members and that in my position, I should know there were insurance changes taking place. Well, not bloody likely that I would know if no one told me! EVERYONE on staff knew about the change except me--the one who has to do the actual work.

I am way more than fed up with them! By the way, I still have not received contact information or any other details. End of rant...

So, I reworked my resume today and will fine tune it on Monday and begin applying for jobs. I hope to be able to sing that old country song about "take this job and shove it!" Oh, and I asked the pastor at my other job if I was difficult to work with and he assured me that I was certainly not. We agreed that the biggest difference is that he and I work together as a team instead of me being treated like an ignorant lackey. He also told me that I was wasting my skills and talents by working the positions I'm in.

So, Lisa, would you have placed me on probation for that email under the circumstances? How would you recommend that I handle the lack of respect(?) that I am shown by ignoring my need to know status because this is in no way the first time something like this has happened? Everyone else chime in, too!

Heather -I love pictures of your grand babies!

Alison - I'm sorry your day was spoiled but I hope it gave you enough of a needed break.

As always, I hold each of you in my heart and wish the best for you every day.

Carol in NC

Kim - Wow, I was looking at the picture and thinking what in the world is that. I would love to see you at work on it. Very impressive, I have a new respect for machine embroidering. Thanks for sharing.

Barbie - You are an amazing lady. I certainly hope someday to gain half the wisdom you have. Thanks for all you do. Take care of yourself, I hope you're back to normal in short time.

I've had Sylvia and her DGD on my mind. I don't like not hearing from her. I sure hope all is well with them all.

Thanks to all of you for your kind wishes on my upcoming knee replacement. The surgery in January to replace the right knee was text book perfect. Surgeon kept telling me I was his star pupil and that I needed to show the younger ones how it was done. Hoping for a repeat "star" performance Thanks again.

Does anyone know anything about JanetMc in NO? I think of her often and miss her pearls of wisdom. I pray nothing has gone amiss with her or her husband.

I love reading each and every post and feel as if I have come to know each of you and that I have a ton of great friends. What a wonderful support system. I am so thankful for each of you.

Janetr OKC