WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR AUGUST 2016

Morning ladies~ was awake and got up at 3:30 am Tom is complaining that the towels smell musty.. so I am doing a load with just the towels to see if it takes the smell out.... also just finished cooking a meatloaf..
Lenora~ I truly think Tom feels the same way as your husband.. although his dad will be 89 in december all that poor man ever did is work, and after he couldn't work any more he was basically ignored, not by us of course, but by his wife and 2 other sons..
I asked him the other day when he wanted to retire and he said we talked about this already.. but he says a couple more years.. he is eligible for medicare next summer ,but I am 9 yrs away from that. and to be able to find affordable health care will be a challenge..
getting some of the family together for Labor day weekend at the family place up in N.H. so that is what I am looking forward to next..

Becca Gosh I hate it when your computer is messed up. I miss your quirky wonderfulness.

Gloria in WA Glad to see you are having more wifi access recently, I always enjoy your posts. I am a little in awe of your Craigs List expertise. Congrats on your job interview! You go, girl!

GLo Thinking of you in these days after losing your dad. I still burst into tears at the oddest times 15 years after losing my mom.

Katla Fresh peaches yum yum. Laughed at the image of you tossing that bad skein of yarn. And I'm with DJ, Heather, and the others about the sailboat...but I do understand. It's like dancing with a new dance partner when your main squeeze is sidelined. It takes a bit of negotiating and reassurance.

NYKaren I'm with you about Penny and the other outdoorswomen being an inspiration to get outside more. The weather is promising to be cooler & less humid this week so I plan on walking around the neighborhood for an hour or so in addition to (indoor) Jazzercise class. The dogs will be thrilled.

Barbie That was a sweet story about the women walkers that Brandy adores.

Marcelyn Good luck with the shoulder surgery. And the half-marathon, whenever you run it. Sorry you are in pain.

Brenda from KY Hey fellow Jazzerciser! Welcome!

DJ LOL about men not reading directions. Have you used your new grill yet? Ours is hooked up to our natural gas supply so that part I need a plumber for, but the assembly I now feel empowered to attempt. Of course I have yet to purchase the new grill. Good time of year to do that. I recently made mashed cauliflower for the first time also and I am hooked. I haven't made the "rice" yet, but am looking forward to more cauliflower. I have always loved it but always ate it raw or steamed.

Penny I loved the vicarious hiking adventure, the inch tall tundra willows, and the frog-eating stork, as well as the hug. Thank you.

suebdew Some people are having problems with posts. One problem some of us had a few weeks ago concerned adding emoticons. The post (from the emoticon on) would disappear. Lately there has been some other kind of issue. Of course you can't navigate away from the page you are composing your post on until you have actually posted it. Some people do the word processing thing...I just open a second window and go back & forth so I can navigate on one and add to my post on the other. Gotta keep 'em straight, though LOL!

Charleen Hope you enjoyed your chat with your daughter and didn't die of sticker shock at the bill. And so sorry you have a tough week with funerals. A woman who worked for my company died earlier this year - she was so well-loved - before she died she requested that everyone wear some red at her funeral, her favorite color. Most of the women wore red dresses, blouses, or jackets. Most of the men wore dark suits and red ties. Over 200 people there so it was visually spectacular, and so poignant as she was adored, and her family is very articulate so told wonderful stories.

Jo Mrs. Mumpalump Welcome!

KarenE Do you crosstrain? I noticed the different exercises. I used to be in spectacular physical condition when I crosstrained. I had 14 different activities, so even though I swam only once every 2 weeks, when I would get back in the pool, I would be so much stronger and with more stamina due to the other exercises. I never got hurt, either. I don't belong to a gym any more and don't have access to a pool but I could do better than I am. You and some others (Michele) tend to mix it up which does appeal.

Heather Glad you enjoyed your trip to London. After reading your post and a couple of others, I reflected on my good fortune at still having my health, both physical and mental. My dear high school girlfriend developed Alzheimer's disease in her late 40's and my grandfather had ALS. My daughter-in-law's mother has MS. When I feel discouraged about my life and progress I must remember my good fortune and just get on with it.

Re Dang it, I'm going to be a buff goddess, too! I have spun my wheels the last 6 weeks and I am sick of myself. I know how to do this thing and rather than spend another moment trying to figure out why I am self-sabotaging (rolling eyeballs), I am determined to JUST DO IT. I have been self-indulgent recently and am so over it.

drkatiebug

Joyce Gosh, so glad there is an explanation for your symptoms, do you feel much better now that you have the stent in? Have you thawed out from the cath lab yet?

Cheri Exciting that Ros has a boyfriend, yay! And your son may actually get to Texas! All good news, not to mention you & your husband are settling in and enjoying Texas and each other. Life is good.

Newbies Welcome!

Everyone I didn't mention Have the greatest day! As Rori says, we can do this!

Karen in Virginia

Kay, I sent you a private message.

Cheri, so glad to hear that things are going so well for you in your new home! You are rocking the move!

Gloria, I am so excited about your job interview. Most jobs are found through connections, and you have a great connection here so I am very hopeful for you!

My oldest daughter starts middle school today! They have a half day with just the 6th graders there so they can find their classes without so much chaos.

Now that I get my sanity back, with 7 hours a day to myself, I am recommitting to this process. Just been stagnating all summer.

miriam I do love the start of a new school year to get a clean start. good luck!!

Joyce speedy recovery, hope you are feeling better quickly

Beth I had a weird dream last nite that we had adopted a baby!!! How's that for my subconscious being in overdrive with DD leaving for college this friday

It's a beautiful day here so after making breakfast for DD (he's back from his adventures with his mother and neice&nephew) I plan on getting out to breathe in this beautiful day.

NYKAREN

Morning Girls,
I have been out of touch for the last few days. Just busy with DH off for the weekend and then starting a fresh week. The weather here is finally gorgeous! 80 degrees no humidity. Now I don't want to be trapped at work all day!. It rained pretty much all day Sunday so we used the opportunity to get caught up on some shopping. Aside from Groceries and Sam's Club, we hit Bed Bath and Beyond where I treated myself to a new digital food scale and a new bathroom scales. Loving both already!. Good for motivation!. I actually went to use my stationary rower this morning and the battery was dead. It was too dark in there to see to change it so I will ask DH to do it for me today. Wish I could say it died of overuse but that is not the case. Have started a little (very little) Pilates but really liked the result. It was just the right stretches and amount for this bad hip. Feeling much more mobile already. Makes one wonder why we procrastinate doesn't it? Any way even though the exercise portion of my goals for the month are lagging, I am happy to say the weight and logging portion are going well if not ahead of schedule. Fingers crossed, another week to go. My birthday is tomorrow, (52) and DH is taking me to lunch since he has to work tomorrow night. He is off on Thursday, so he is taking me out to dinner then!! Planning to do my best not to sabotage myself while still enjoying it. I'm not where I would have liked to be this year but happy to know that I am actively making progress and excited to face another year to see what I can accomplish.

So much going on with you all so just a couple mentions til I have more time to get caught up.

Purl- Ono in Hawaii! Oh yum!. I have been there a couple of times (married on the beach in Kauai). Loved the fresh fishes there! Also fell in love with Portuguese Bean soup!

Glo- Right there with you about Jo's iron. Truthfully, that appliance belongs more to DH than me. I usually try to con him into it if necessary. He says he doesn't mind at all. That and washing dishes. Strange man.

About the peaches, they should be well in season and I see them at all the markets, but they have been as hard as baseballs. I like them to ripen a bit after I get them but sometimes they just never getting there. Still holding out for some good ones. Maybe a trip to farmer's market this weekend.

Marcelyn- what is a hatch pepper?

Karen in Va- You mentioned how pretty it is. Looking forward to vacation there in Oct with DH for our anniversary.

Rori- Did you say you are a football/sports fan? Me too! Trying for 3 football games as part of our oct vacation!

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What are the numbers for?

For the hell of it, just cuz, no reason

Ha ha ha ha ..... I was waiting for that question!!! Good answer pip...

Alison is your washer a HE. I understand they can get a moldy smell to them. We have a top loader. I have started using vinegar in my rinse water to get rid of excess soap. It also helps our towel be less smelly and the towels feel like I have used fabric softener.

Margaret

I Googled "Instant Pot" and see that it has a lot of settings that my pressure cooker doesn't have. Will think about it for future use.

Fixing to vacuum the carpet and waiting for repairman to check out my oven which has been taking forever to preheat and then finally bit the dust! Ugh!

By the way, I had a 5th grade student from England one year who told her parents she just couldn't understand why I said "I'm fixing to...." Had to explain that this was just a Southern way of talking. Do any of you use that expression?

Carol Again

Karen - I bought my son the Instant Pot Duo 7 for his birthday this year. I thought he would use it as a slow cooker, but he loves it as a pressure cooker. I just use my 46 year old pressure cooker I got when I got married at 20. I've replaced the gasket and seal and I'm very pleased with it. The Instant Pot is very large, so you do need counter space for it.

Just been out to spend my £5 voucher at my favouritefood store and bought expensive fillet steak because I had the voucher and, guess what, I forgot to present the voucher at the checkout. Luckily DH had already wheeled the trolley off when I remembered and I couldn't face checking all the stuff out again at the Help desk, so I didn't tell him. :embarassed:

Hairy Bikers tonight. 400 calories of yumminess.

My yoga went well and my friend and I had a lovely long chat. Unfortunately her stepdaughter, whom she is very close to, is struggling recently because she is married to a gambler. :sad: So sad. It has upset them all and my friend has developed IBS. I suggested her daughter ring the helpline to get some support, but I don't know if she will. I have heard that gambling is the worst addiction of all. This guy will not admit it.

Yes, Karen, we do have to count our blessings, you are sooooooo right.

Love Heather UK xxxxxxx

PS - My DH is the washer upper in our family and also the only ironer, even if rarely. Just shirts for special occasions.

Gloria: Good luck with the job interview. :flowerforyou: The last time I heard from Sylvia I contacted her through the site by sending a message. She was busy with her artist's coop and having a grand time, but didn't have time to stop in here. :ohwell:

Heather: Thanks for the idea about the sailboat. I'll keep it in mind. I am so sorry your friend's daughter is married to a gambler. Do they have a gamblers anonymous group near your friend? Here is a link: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk There is also a group for families: www.gam-anon.org

Barbie: I hope the news is great from Jake's Dr. appointment. Enjoy the ferry rides. :bigsmile:

Suebdew: Add me to the list of people who compose responses in a word document and copy and paste them into the thread.

Miriam: Middle School is an adventure for the whole family. When I was teaching at the middle school level, we also had the first day reserved for 6th graders and new students to the school. It really helped the transition and to make things less stressful for the new students as they learned their way around.

Peach: I'm not from the south and don't personally use the "fixin to" comment, but I loved to watch Paula Deen, and she used the phrase frequently. Her food would definitely be a challenge for anyone who wants to lose a pound or two and it was filled with ingredients I can't digest, but I enjoyed watching anyway because of her personality.


No plans in mind for today. That is so rare. I'll have to do a bit of brain storming and think something up. :devil:

Katla in Beautiful NW Oregon

Tibetan proverb: "The secret to living well and long is: Eat half, walk double, laugh triple and love without measure..."

“Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.” Thomas A. Edison

Hi ladies - I'm so glad to have found this forum and would like to introduce myself. I just turned 59 years old, and after planning the rest of my life of growing old as an old single woman (divorced), I found love and am getting married in 6 weeks! So life is just beginning instead.
I've been sporadic with MFP and trying to lose weight. Over the years the weight has just kept creeping up. I lost about 15 pounds easily during the "I'm in love" phase but now settling into real life, going back to my old eating habits. I eat pretty healthy food, just too much of it! My worst downfall is that I love real cream in my coffee in the morning. I had a Fitbit but now have an Apple watch and am trying to figure out how it syncs.
Reading all your posts is giving me inspiration. I would like to get my fat belly down before the wedding at least. I like how you set goals - something I will work on. Maybe too late for August but will do in September.

Now off to go for a walk......

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

Good Afternoon Ladies,

Charleen, so sorry to hear about the funerals you will attend. …That is if someone can get you out of the closet in time. Sending you strength to get through the next few days. ((((Hugs))))

Gloria, just waving as you bounce by. You are too cute!!

CarolGA, you do know those shoes will fit again after you lose weight. I was so happy I did keep a few pair of my favorites.

Jo, welcome. It sounds like you know what needs to be done and this is the place to get support. And feel free to make all the excuses you want because we just ignore them and have a person that sweeps them to the junk pile. I love your new “nickname to be”. Come here often and join right in.

NYKaren, Happy Anniversary. I can’t imagine what I would have done if I had not found MFP and specifically this group of supportive women. Good luck on your new Frugal Challenge. I’ve been on one lately also because DD out in Oregon is needing some financial assistance. It’s just always something.

Joyce, so happy to hear from you and happy they found the blockage and did the stent. I’m sure that will make a huge difference in how you feel. You have been doing so much for Charlie, I hate that it took this to get you to slow down. Please take care of yourself. ((((Hugs))))

VickiNE, only because you asked for it. Often times I find that people are ready and willing to help on projects like the Baby Basket, but just need to be asked. I have become really good at “delegating” in my old age. If it’s a big job, think about soliciting some help.

Re, good for you on your exercises. I can’t imagine ever being able to palm the floor again. You are right that one day those muscles will peek out from under the layer of fat. Keep up the great work!!!

Godschalk, welcome. You are right that it’s never too late. Please tell us a little more about yourself to help us get to know you. We also ask that you sign each post with the name you want to be called and a location, general or specific.

Cheri, so glad your DH loves his new job!!!! That makes life so much more pleasant. Thanks for the update. It sounds like things are great. I love Planet Fitness too. It’s so nice to go someplace that is always clean and never a wait. Now if I could just get my fat butt in there more often. I’m happy things are going well for you and the kids. Do keep us informed.

Kay, good point and a good reminder. Thanks. (later) I didn’t see any drama.

Gloria, congrats on the interview. I’ll keep my fingers crossed for you. I know you would do a great job. On the Spinach Feta Pie, I didn’t care for that much dill either. I tried it without and used garlic but that didn’t quite do it, so now I just use about ¼ the amount of dill it calls for.

Barbie, I hope you both enjoy the ferry ride. It sounds marvelous.

KarenVA, I normally roast my cauliflower in the oven and love it that way. I think that is one reason I took so long to try the mashed. Yes, we did use the new grill and it worked great. *Didn’t even fall down* lol When we lived in Atlanta we had one planted in the ground that had natural gas. We really liked that but one of our dogs dug up the gas line and it sprung a leak. Never a dull moment.

Pip, 43

Miriam, glad we may hear from you a bit more now that the girls will be in school. We miss you.

Tracey, thanks for the giggle on your rower battery not dying from over use. I know what you mean. It happens to lots of us. I do get motivated from reading about all the exercises some of these ladies do. You and I will just have to put forth a bit more effort. We can do this!

CarolGA, ah, yeah, some of us use "fixin’" sometimes. Lol

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.

My DH does most of the ironing in this house. I do occasionally. I have friends that never iron but some clothes just need it. I have some linen slacks that require it for sure but don’t know why I bother. As soon as I sit down they look like they’ve never seen an iron. After lunch we are going out to run a few errands and just enjoy the nicer weather. My car is in the shop. I rolled down the windows the other day to let some of the heat out when I first started going somewhere and the passenger side window made a terrible noise. Then it wouldn’t roll back up and I had to pull over and get out to help pull it up as I mashed the power button. Thank goodness it did go back up all the way. They are replacing the motor, which surprised me because I could hear the motor. I thought it had just gotten off track or something. Luckily I have an extended warranty without a deductible so it will only cost us the tax.
Sending love and good thoughts to all of you and I hope you all have a Happy and Healthy 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

Karen in V - I use the Spanish style Chicken bake. (Google) We have it about once a fortnight. I do other recipes from the Hairy Dieters Recipe Book, such as Paella and Moroccan Tagine, but less often. I have their first diet book on my Kindle and use my tablet to view it as you get coloured photos. I make half the recipe and use skinless and boneless chicken thighs, mini chorizo and a red, not green, sweet pepper. We adore it and it does not feel like diet food. It does take an hour plus warming the oven. Tonight we had it with sugar snap peas.The duo are great fun to watch on TV.

Love Heather UK

Bossymom: "whew! Good reads in this thread. Finding losing weight after 5 to be such a challenge. Seems like I've been doing this all my life, on and off a diet. Tried some different things lately with not much for results."

jjfromkc: "I've been sporadic with MFP and trying to lose weight. Over the years the weight has just kept creeping up. I lost about 15 pounds easily during the "I'm in love" phase but now settling into real life, going back to my old eating habits. I eat pretty healthy food, just too much of it! My worst downfall is that I love real cream in my coffee in the morning. I had a Fitbit but now have an Apple watch and am trying to figure out how it syncs."


Welcome to a great group! You'll find encouragement, good advice, and friendship here. Some of us are in the process of losing weight and others are trying to maintain. I've have reached my goal weight and continue to log every bite and swallow, as well as keep in touch with the group. It is so easy to go back to the old bad habits that caused us to gain in the first place. I've done it in the past, myself. I reached my goal weight after about 18 months or so and I'm still here every day because I know I need the support to stay on track. I hope to get to know you as time goes along. :flowerforyou:

Katla in Beautiful NW Oregon