WOMEN AGES 50 + FOR SEPTEMBER 2015

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

Good Morning Ladies,

Janetr, sometimes no matter what is going on in our life, we just want to eat and eat and then eat some more. The lucky thing is, this too shall pass. It sounds like you are well prepared for your surgery and I’m sure you will get through it with flying colors. You know we are all here rooting for you. Just so glad the menu won’t be all beanie weenies. Rofl

Joyce, so glad you and Charlie made it through dinner last night. Gosh Mexican food sounds dangerous with his condition, but I’m sure you know what you are doing. I do hope the doctors can get a handle on his BP. You are such a fantastic care giver!!! I just hope you give yourself credit where credit is due. (((Hugs))) Enjoy your new phone.

Gloria, how nice that you found a pillow that works great for you. To be honest, I can’t imagine a pillow that can’t be washed, with the way I used to sweat at night. Although my pillows never had an odor, they sure looked awful before washing. Sorry if TMI. Funny that I don’t’ sweat all night since I lost weight. *Just another NSV*

Liz, you are so right that logging our food helps us, no matter what we eat. Just to see it and see the calorie content is an education. Congrats on your DH (Dear or whatever Husband) for his new job. I know from experience how hard that is on our men. You are also right about staying away from processed foods and eating fresh foods. I have come to love my fresh veggies and when I can’t get them, frozen is the next best. Good Luck.

Cathy in Wash, it’s really hard to mess up with us, unless someone gets negative. As you can tell, we like to keep it positive but honest. The D can stand for dear, darn or any number of things. DH= D Husband, DD= Daughter, DS=Son, DDIL=Daughter in Law, etc. Sometimes I don’t even know what people are talking about but we can always ask. We are glad you have joined us.

Beverly, welcome! Congrats on your loss so far. That is fantastic. How long did it take you to lose that? Good for you on traveling and I’m sure you notice the difference in what you can do and how you can get around. Keep up the good work.

Sharon, so sorry you have to go back “to that place”. At least you had a wonderful time while away. I want to know how you do the needed “tune up” for DH when he starts bitching about everything. If it works, you might need to bottle and sell it. Not that any other DHs would need it.

Heather, I have to agree with wanting comfort when I go someplace. Staying with someone in their home is rarely comfortable. I just hate that my friend imposes on people when she travels and wondered if my thinking was off. There are always a few exceptions to anything. I have two friends that are like family and they would be welcome to stay as long as they wanted. The thing is, I don’t do anything different when they are here, but enjoy their company. I can go on with my routine without interruption. Thanks all for your input.

Irish Terri, Congrats on another loss. You sure must be doing something right.

Michele, I can’t remember if you told us, what is causing Vince’s back to hurt? Sure hope it gets better soon.

MNMargaret, that is so interesting about your youngest wetting the bed because of sinus problems. Who would ever think of such a thing?

Allison, you never cease to amaze me. You are such a caring, giving person. I’m so glad DFIL is doing well and he is so lucky to have you in his life.

Carol, I’m with you on not caring as much about the size as how it looks and feels. Glad you were able to find things you like.

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 don’t know why but I wasn’t able to open any of the pictures that were posted. I might reboot computer later and try again as ya never know. I have a board meeting this afternoon and hope to get my nails done before it starts. Looking at the clock, I’d better get a move on.

Sending the best thoughts to all of you and 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.
and
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

This is so true!

Mary from Minnesota

Good afternoon!

Margaret - thinking of your DB.

Thanks for all the delightful pics of glass, moons, weddings etc. How beautiful! And that Facebook moon is amazing! Thanks Mary! I'm ashamed to say I missed it, because, although I woke up to go to the bathroom it was to the side of the house with no windows and I couldn't be bothered to go outside at 3 am. :embarassed:

I will post a pic of my lovely walk this afternoon when the photo arrives in my inbox. I have sent it to myself from my phone. I think we have managed to pick enough sloes for two bottles so I will get on with that tomorrow when I have bought the gin. Other keen sloe gin makers had obviously gone before us as the bottom branches were all bare. Good job DH is tall! It was the most gorgeous day and the walk takes you past a little church and farm, across fields and into a wood which, in the spring, is covered in bluebells. We saw a buzzard and several robins. Then you come out at the River Hamble. Another stretch through the woods and then a trek back along a hedgerow, where we found the sloes.
We came home and sat outside in the garden with a cup of tea and a slice of Allbran cake. It is fatless and not too sweet.

Tonight is salmon in my smoky, spicy rub, with roasted cauliflower and sorrel sauce. I also froze some of the cooked sorrel as it will be dying off soon.

Going to look for my photo.

Love Heather UK

JanetR ... will be praying that your surgery is successful and uneventful tomorrow!

I'm just going to share this because I'm shaking at the moment and trying to stay away from the kitchen. Younger son (migraine boy) went to school this morning, but then called his Dad several hours later that he had gone home sick with a headache. He drove himself to school and then left at third period for something they call "open campus." He's allowed to leave the school grounds if he doesn't have a scheduled class. He wasn't feeling well so he got in his truck and decided to drive around, but his stomach became so upset that he had to pull over to be sick. Got back in his truck and drove some more and discovered he was lost. Rattled and not feeling well he pulled up to a stop light only to see a high speed police car chase bearing down on him. Five police cars and a helicopter with the chased vehicle on a collision course with my son. With just a few seconds to spare, he gunned his truck and pulled it over onto the road berm ... it was so close the chased vehicle and the police cars "rocked" his truck as they sped by. He was still white as a ghost when I checked in on him a few minutes ago. Sigh. He's only been a licensed drive for three weeks. I am so thankful that he was able to tell me this story in person.

Beth in WNY

BethWNY- wow! It is a good thing that your son was thinking. How scary for the both of you. I am glad everything turned out OK.

Tracie - I hope everything goes well for you when you are in your bosses office. Why don't you walk before you go to bed even if you have to stay up past nine. You can do it! Maybe evening is better than morning for you.

Mary from Minnesota

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I'm just going to share this because I'm shaking at the moment and trying to stay away from the kitchen. Younger son (migraine boy) went to school this morning, but then called his Dad several hours later that he had gone home sick with a headache. He drove himself to school and then left at third period for something they call "open campus." He's allowed to leave the school grounds if he doesn't have a scheduled class. He wasn't feeling well so he got in his truck and decided to drive around, but his stomach became so upset that he had to pull over to be sick. Got back in his truck and drove some more and discovered he was lost. Rattled and not feeling well he pulled up to a stop light only to see a high speed police car chase bearing down on him. Five police cars and a helicopter with the chased vehicle on a collision course with my son. With just a few seconds to spare, he gunned his truck and pulled it over onto the road berm ... it was so close the chased vehicle and the police cars "rocked" his truck as they sped by. He was still white as a ghost when I checked in on him a few minutes ago. Sigh. He's only been a licensed drive for three weeks. I am so thankful that he was able to tell me this story in person.

Beth in WNY

Beth, I am also thankful that your son is safe!! God bless him!

Elaine in Lansing

Thanks for the welcome. You all can call me Debby. My user name is my last name that I had when I had my 3 sons - spelled backwards. My son told me after the divorce, that I always would be a "snavemom." So I still have it, even though I am remarried now for 13 years.


Currently I am a stay-at-home Mom to 1 dog and 2 cats.

Morning peeps-
Yesterday, first day without pain pill. Welcome new peeps
Love the green dishes
Love the moon pics

Type to ya later