WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR FEBRUARY 2016
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Irish Terri, your drawers and closet are looking good. I'm proud of you. I have found it surprisingly easy to keep mine looking good since I started folding like that. And very, very easy to stick to one in, one out.
Grits, I live in Jefferson, which is in Northeast Georgia about 15 miles north of Athens and 60 miles northeast of Atlanta. I grew up in an even smaller town even closer to the mountains. I am a country girl.
We worked outside again today, pull-ups, push-ups, dips, running up and down steps and around the pond. A little chilly, but fun, I guess, then we did done ab work inside - planks, Russian twists, and something on the pulleys that reminded me of praying. We pulled as much weight as we could to the floor on our knees, held the rope behind our heads and bobbed up and down with our waists while staying on our knees with the rope behind our heads.
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Terri - Oh such fabulous closets! It must make you so happy every time you look at them. :bigsmile: I still have a few corners to get to. They are like guilty secrets.
Carol and Joyce - I was feeling a bit conflicted. I knew I was going to come face to face with some of my old furniture and that of my DMIL. I think I could handle that as the area is so delightful. However I went by my physical reaction to the discussion with DH. Not this year. It's not the sort of place I would enjoy with a girlfriend. It's the kind of place you "play house" with a partner. Really rural and doing simple domestic things. The kind of holiday I really missed when I was single.
I am very happy with my Spanish choice for October.
I love a European City break at that time of year.
Celebrated this evening with a Spanish chicken dish from the Hairy Bikers and a couple of glasses of Manzanilla sherry. We like it so much DH has ordered another 25 half bottles to get the free postage. I like the half bottles because it stops me drinking a whole one! :laugh:
Watching a programme on pressure cookers and how good they are. The Instant Pot I talked about the other day combines that with a slow cooker.
Love Heather UK
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drkatiebug wrote: »Irish Terri, your drawers and closet are looking good. I'm proud of you. I have found it surprisingly easy to keep mine looking good since I started folding like that. And very, very easy to stick to one in, one out.
Grits, I live in Jefferson, which is in Northeast Georgia about 15 miles north of Athens and 60 miles northeast of Atlanta. I grew up in an even smaller town even closer to the mountains. I am a country girl.
We worked outside again today, pull-ups, push-ups, dips, running up and down steps and around the pond. A little chilly, but fun, I guess, then we did done ab work inside - planks, Russian twists, and something on the pulleys that reminded me of praying. We pulled as much weight as we could to the floor on our knees, held the rope behind our heads and bobbed up and down with our waists while staying on our knees with the rope behind our heads.
That is high praise indeed, Katiebug.
Not only has it streamlined my laundry, but also, so far I have gained two empty drawers with all the rearrangement.
My fridge is so roomy now that I have done it. And I can see everything in it now.
Also DH loves it and is being very helpful in keeping the kitchen organised. I guess it's in his interests as he did the lion's share of the housework, and now I am doing a lot more he is stoked.0 -
DrKatie ~ Your exercise routine sounds strenuous. I have a college friend that lives in Watkinsville and another that grew up I think in Mt. City. My husband and I went to North Ga College back in the late 60's. I love the mountains but DH doesn't.
Allison ~ Sounds a bit like you are being taken advantage of looking after Faith. Just my humble opinion. That's a lot to ask on top of all else you do.
Janetr ~ Your family is to be commended for donating your nephew's organs. I know the parents must be devastated.
Carol
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Waiting for the last of my kiddos to get picked up, so I can relax and enjoy my Friday eve. Hopped on here to see what the rest of the girls are up to.
Irish Terri- Wowsa! I saw that folding technique the other day on GMA; it is my next step to organize what I once thought was organized! lol! I am the main laundress in my home, so the folding and putting away are usually handled by me. So things are relatively organized. This would seriously help with my rotation issue, though. I have a little "thing" I do when I put clothes, dishes, food, etc away. I rotate the new to the back or the bottom of the pile or shelf and the older to the front, that way everything gets used about the same and food doesn't go bad, etc. My kids think I am becoming a little OCD as I get older, and maybe I am (a little), but I have seen people who actually have OCD and what I do isn't necessarily a compulsion. It has just become a habit. Kind of like how you load your dishwasher. Yes, my hubby will load it; but it doesn't mean that should be washed the way he loaded it, so, of course, I re-load my way before starting the cycle. hahaha (Maybe I need professional help.)
Heather UK- Your trip to Spain sounds absolutely wonderful! I am sure you will have a LOT more fun than staying in an ex's home. BTW, if I ever had the opportunity to stay in an ex's home, I would probably do something kind of naughty like cleaning the toilet with his toothbrush or reprogramming the sprinkler system...too tempting!
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Janetr, so sorry to hear the sad news!!!
Penny, I saw there was an article about your neck of the woods/tundra? In Travel & Leisure--you may be getting more tourists your way!
Heather I would love to go to Spain--there is such a laid-back attitude there.
Not much happening here, just trying to watch those calories...
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Carol~ yea I sorta feel that way, but she doesn't really have any other alternatives.. Faith and Jean trust me, so I will do what I gotta do..I just miss being in my own bed, with my puppies... I am just glad my DB is doing well0
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Carol-good to see your face again!
Kim in No Cal... not a word or a peep of a person who wants to store an RV with us. If it stays that way into the spring, I'll just make it the LCH Media offices (the publishing imprint I use to publish my books) and leave it at that. At this point, it's a nice write-off, which helps a lot when you're working as an independent, which I am.
Later, peeples...
Lisa in West Texas0 -
Dnicoson – Welcome on board. We are a large group of women who do all we can to help one another. Tell us a little about you. What do you prefer to be called? Where do you live, general or specific? A little bit about yourself. Family and hobbies.
KJLaMore – DH unloads the 'clean dishes'; and, I load them … I can get a whole lot in there than he does. When he loads it, I usually have to re-load it. I’ve seen one advertised on TV with a utensil rack on the top rack. I bet that cost a small fortune. I’d love to see one so I could see it.
I worked in a food service establishment and the 'new' was in the back; 'older' in the front. I get the milk out of the back and makes sure I get the freshest. NOW, KLJ … who is now calling about a ‘mean girl’. But, I’d probably do something equally akin to your idea.
Lenora
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Kim thanks for sharing the daffodils.0
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Becca- You have a talented middle son! Who is Patrick? lol! Looks like he is in trouble! And your artwork is great! Hard to work in crayon!
Patrick is my middle son :-) Yep in his cartoon drawings his friends are always getting him in trouble :-) It is hard to shade with crayons. I tried to "line shade" and crosshatch shade, but the wax just makes it difficult! I had fun anyways! This year I will attend and order WINE...maybe that is the creative additive I need!
Becca
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OK OK people lets just agree that my sins ARE creative, and my son, well he shall be named the talented one, and lets just leave it at that........hahahahahaha.....
Becca
aaaand I just heard thunder out side....oh nooo
Oregonian skies have opened up0 -
Becca- You have a talented middle son! Who is Patrick? lol! Looks like he is in trouble! And your artwork is great! Hard to work in crayon!
Patrick is my middle son :-) Yep in his cartoon drawings his friends are always getting him in trouble :-) It is hard to shade with crayons. I tried to "line shade" and crosshatch shade, but the wax just makes it difficult! I had fun anyways! This year I will attend and order WINE...maybe that is the creative additive I need!
Becca
Oregon
Does that mean you are going to be one of the WINOS? Women In Need Of Support? I could use a little 'wine' with my cheese when I tend to 'whine' about things. LOL!
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Janet OKC~ (((hugs))) to you and your family, and the decisions they made. Know that with every donation comes rebirth. Awaiting a liver for my husband was heart-wrenching. To know that someones misfortune was our only hope was something we don't wish on anyone. Gratefulness to the donors' family doesn't even cut it. I wrote a letter to our donors' family, giving it to our transplant doctor. My husband just cried when he read it, too emotional for him to actually complete it, but important for me to send it. ((hugs)) again friend
Becca
Oregon0 -
Oh Grits, too late, I am already one of those people!! WINOS that is!! But not too much wine, or I shall be coloring on their hardwood floor......giggling.. and munching on crackers!
Becca
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As my husband says, "Dear you aren't merely a "cheap date", but just economical". One glass and I am pink cheeked, and saying I luv youuuu.
Becca
Oregon0 -
Today we went to the post office to mail all the income tax information to the accountant. Now I can go back to my house organization. The most difficult part of the process for me is to keep my mouth shut about the things that my darling hubby should be organizing. He is in charge of shredding and the box of stuff to be shredded is overflowing so I'm going to get away from sorting unnecessary documents and start going through my craft materials and patterns,
...did my weight training again today---Monday, Wednesday, and Friday this week.
Barbie from rainy NW Washington 0 -
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Love the garden fairies. Am thinking it would be fun to do something like this in the yard this summer. Don't know if the canine kids would leave it alone. But, it was amazing to look at today.0
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Call me crazy but I love to see other people happy and succeeding .
Good Evening Ladies,
Joyce, I’m glad Charlie made it through the stress test okay. That cat sounds like it has a death wish? I’d probably hurt my back trying not to sit on it if I figured out it was there.
Katla, what did you have for lunch to eat your whole day’s allotment? I hope it was yummy!
Heather, I missed the part about the house being your ex’s. Now I understand. (later) cool on finding an alternative get away between your birthdays.
Mary, that is a wonderful walk with your back problems. That is the one thing that probably bothers mine the most. Keep up the good work.
Lisa, great going on the run and the writing. You will get back into your groove soon.
Kay, I am just so impressed with your workouts!!! You will be in smaller clothes in no time. Way to go!!!
Janetr, so sorry for your news on both counts. Sending prayers and good thoughts. ((((Hugs))))
Gloria, I’m glad the move is behind you even though all the work is not. As long as you have clothes to wear and can cook what you need, you can slow down and take it easy. The boxes will all wait until you get to them. I know moving is exhausting even for the young so my heart goes out to you. (((Hugs)))
Katla, I just keep thinking how nice it is that your DH supports you in the riding adventure. Mine supports me in my annual cruises even though he doesn’t want to go on one. We are very lucky.
Allie, stay safe on those roads.
Penny, woo hoo and a Happy Dance for you getting to that lower weight. Keep it up, my friend.
Lisa, your writing gig sounds like a great deal. Glad you are enjoying it.
Nubian, welcome. Please tell us a little about yourself and sign all your posts with the name you want to be called.
Margaret, so glad you are recovering from your fall.
Sylvia, I’m the same way with strong perfume. It drives me crazy. I used to work with a lady that would lather on the perfume rather than bathe and I always think of that.
dnicoson, welcome. This is a very supportive and informative group of ladies. Please sign your posts with the name you want to be called, to make it easier to respond to you. Come often and join right in.
Joyce, I’ve been busy packing and just haven’t found time to catch up today. It is tomorrow!!!! Yes, I’m excited and ready. Sorry your back is bothering you. Please be better.
Irish Terri, your drawers look fantastic!!!
Pip. Your yard looks wonderful with the fence!!
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 think our rain has finally stopped after about 3 full days. I’m sorry for all of you with terrible weather and back breaking work shoveling snow. Just be careful, ladies. I’ve been packing today and had to really rush through the last page of posts to get finished. I like to take one bag plus my carry on, make up and computer bag but didn’t make it this time. I had to pack a second small bag to get everything in. Oh well. I will probably have time to check in tomorrow morning since we won’t leave until a bit later. I will think of you all as I eat things that I don’t normally eat but I will stay within reason. Only 1 days, but who’s counting?
I hope all of you have a healthy and happy day. You ladies are great!
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
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Dinner plans with my daughter fell through tonight going to try again tomorrow. Just doing laundry. Yippee. What an exciting Friday night.
Anne from Wisconsin0 -
Good Evening
DJ- I hope you enjoy the cruise.
Janet OKC- my prayers for you and your family. Sorry that you are not doing so well, put glad to hear your are back to planning food and getting back to exercise. Hang tight, it will get better.
Gloria- congratulations on your move. I moved about 4 months ago, not all of my boxes have been unpacked and I am still wondering if some of my items were packed or donated.
Penny- congratulations on the weight loss.
Nubian101 and Dnicoson- Welcome
Irish Terri- the drawers are very organized.
My exercise today was working around the house, I am deep cleaning the Kitchen. Need to get rid of those items that are not conducive to my weight loss program. Out of sight - Out of mind is not working with the food temptations. For some reason, I also seem to remember the food is there.
It is to cold to work outside, but I did get a chance to work on plans for our garden.
Wishing everyone a Good night,
Marti
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CheriGee2~ I have the pledge on a chalkboard in my kitchen and say it every morning before I start the day. It definitely keeps me in the moment, just looking forward. Hope you have a great weigh-in! My meetings are on Wednesdays at 8:30am (I help move tables etc.) then it starts officially at 9:45 until about 11 or so. We do alot of socializing, so we need all that time to get caught up in everybody's business! I lost 1 lb this week.
Lenora~ Your DH sounds like a keeper. I love been tucked in! I shall tell you a secret. Don't laugh now. When I was a small child, really my "first memories", I would rock myself to sleep. It's a hypnotic thing, and yep I still do it, when I am having problems "settling down". And yep, my husband rocks me, (if we are cuddling), its an action I never thought I could ever share been married, let alone my husband condoning it, but he does. I swear by coconut oil and after a bath I use it head to toe. Even put a dab in my eyes! I have yet to "pull" it between my teeth, but have heard sucking it back and forth in between your teeth for a bit, does your gums good. Just don't spit it out into your sink because your sink will clog up. Spit it out into your kitchen trash bin.
Becca
Oregon
Becca, unfortunately I found your 1 pound. But I lost 6 lbs. last week, which was pretty amazing. Not surprised that gained back a little of that. My first gain this year, and I could have done without that. Was happy to be second biggest winner for last month. I love the support of our TOPS group. Making that commitment each week really helps me. Cheri Gee
Great Job with the 6 lb loss last week!!!! I always have a little gain after a large loss. Its like putting a 5 lb weight on a balancing scale. It will go up and down before it settles itself. I think our bodies are like that:-) Yep I do like many of our ladies in our group!
We are doing a contest where we have 4 different groups. Each group is going to a specific destination, like my group is going to Belize. So you have to earn points by, attending meeting, losing, keeping a food journal, exercising, doing a program about birds in your country, or being the featherweight for that week. When you get points you can buy things for the trip, passport, ticket, clothes, guide, guidebook.....so you can hunt for your birds in your country. We even had one ladies neighbor bring a parrot to the meeting. The thing is a lot of the ladies are getting really caught up with learning about birds, so there was not a lot of motivational chatting during the meeting. Don't get me wrong, I like learning about birds, but I need mental tools as well, to get me thru the next week. After about 5 little reports on birds, I put my hand up and said some great sayings that have motivated me.
Our group also does certificates, (frig art!), for ladies in the blue (lost weight), the top weight buddies, the top featherweight for the month. I have a section in my folder with all my awards, nice to browse thru :-)
Have a great rest of the week!
Becca
Oregon
BECCA, YOUR TOPS GROUP SOUNDS SO MOTIVATED. We aren't doing any contests right now, but over the holidays we did have a blow by blow contest with another TOPS group from our town. It was a real motivator as we wagered $$$, each paying in $2. Unfortunately the other group won, but it was a great way to lose weight. I sure look forward to the meetings each week. A group of us usually goes out for a bite to eat after the meeting and we continue on with the chat and discussion. So far this week, I've had good food choices. Made homemade pea and ham soup on Monday and it's been a great go to filler when I don't know what to eat, or want to make anything new. We have great plans for our family to eat during the Super Bowl on Sunday. We're all football fans and looking forward to the game, and especially the commercials. Cheri Gee0 -
janetr7476 wrote: »Ladies, for all who are praying women or just sending positive thots. Please send them for my great-nephew (sister's grandson, 27 yo) was drinking heavily last night fell and hit his head. He was later found unresponsive and rushed to hospital. He is on total life support and there appears to be no brain activity. They will take him off of life support in the morning. This family has seen more than their fair share of heartache. They buried their son when he was 29, car accident drinking and driving. It is all so tragic. I can't think straight at the moment.
Oh, I also had a letter waiting when we arrived home today saying my doctor, the one I just saw before Christmas for shingles, died unexpectedly and I need to find a new doc.
Thanks for your support, prayers and positive thots.
Janetr OKC
Janet so sorry to hear about your great-nephew and know your heart must ache for your sister. Hope your shingles doesn't get worse because of the bad news. My hubby has shingles and it's not very nice. Glad you made it home all right.
Reading ahead, I see that your great-nephew didn't make it, but the Lord will bless your family for making the beautiful decision to donate he organs. Even still, that doesn't make the loss any easier. God bless your family. Cheri Gee
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tryingtolive1 wrote: »ok I am channeling you all there are 3 loaves of hot home made bread making my house smell fabulous!!! and I shall not eat them, I shall not eat them, I shall not eat them --- they are for Sunday!!! and tomorrow I need to make 3 more and the same again on Saturday!!!!
But for the record, I love garlic bread, and bread is calorie heavy, as is the butter on it... but I figured if I roast the garlic and then add 3 heads of roasted garlic to a recipe for one loaf of bread, it is full of garlic flavor, and doesn't need butter... so not a calorie cheap food, but better than bread and butter.
I shall not eat it.
Home made bread!!! One of the best things ever especially when it is still warm. Never make it anymore since it is just me and I would eat it all.
Anne WI
I just made some for my teenaged kids and they don't like it. They say it tastes yeast, and it's true, I can smell a bit of yeast on it too. Anyway, I'm not throwing it away, so now I'm eating it. That's a lot of calories for each toast.0 -
stats for the day:
rowing machine - 40min, 55aw, 29spm, 144mhr, 6505meters/4.04mi = 275c
physical therapy- 41min = 33c
aw - average watts, power that I'm putting out
spm - strokes per min
mhr - maximum heart rate
c - caleries
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