WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR SEPTEMBER 2016

Drkatiebug - I will be praying for your upcoming procedure on Wednesday. I hope all goes well and you have a speedy recovery. (((Hugs)))



Mary from Minnesota

Did 1 segment of 10 Minute Solution Tone Trouble Zones DVD, held my plank for 2 min 50 sec, took extremepump class. The plan for tomorrow is to do a spinning downloadable workout.

Katie - thanks so much for telling me about Mary's thread. Thank you, Joyce, for posting the link. Very very interesting read.

DJ - awwwwwwwwww

Lisa - I'm ever so sorry for all your sister (and you) are going thru

Betty - when I went on the Virginia Creeper there was this time when one minute I was up on the bike, the next minute I was down. There was this lady behind me who couldn't believe it! There wasn't a rut in the path or a rock, I just went down. when I returned the bike the guy said that maybe I turned to look behind me, but I really don't think I did. But I'm fine except for a bruised ego.

Carol - I, too, hope you don't have a plantar wart. I have a tendency to get them and they are the pits, in no uncertain terms.

Mary - just wanted you to know that I read your blog this morning and when I got to the extremepump class, I was inspired to use heavier weights.

Exercised, then stopped at the home of the gal where I take mahjongg. We weren't having it tonight because of the debate, so I gave her things that I normally would have taken there. Stopped at the Salvation Army, bought a dress that might work if we decide to be Morticia and Gomez Addams for Halloween. It's black, a bit on the slinky side. Only it has these straps that are really just like a THIN group of threads. Didn't she have some sort of thing hanging from her arms? Well, I know the Green Room put on the Addams Family last year. Now I know they don't lend out the costumes, but I can probably ask to just see it.

Re - love the outfit.

Right before the debate at like 8:59, the cable went out! We just got internet back at like 12:15.

barbie - I'm glad you found a good solution to your problem with the dogs

Michele in NC

Hey, Michelle,

Here's that image of Morticia, and you were right, she does have full sleeves on... well, full-ish... You could definitely wear at least a shrug and still be in character.

Good Morning Ladies~
Barbie~ what a wonderful solution.. Brandy and Sasha will especially enjoy being home and not being in a kennel.. and that could be a wonderful way to keep them if you have any other things coming up..You have got it together so well, I have no doubts, you will come through with flying colors and have a quick recovery..
Katie~ my dad had that procedure done on his cheek.. because of the supplements he takes there was no scaring, but when he went back and they looked at it, they found out they didn't get it all!!! so they had to redo it.. but all is well..
Oct 4th is my dads 88th birthday.. will make him some of his moms date nut bread, and either a pecan pie, or pecan pie bars..
Tom still fighting something off, and still cranking about medical bills.. I said good lord man be happy that we are healthy enough that we have only had to spend $1,000 rather than hundreds of thousands on cancer treatment,or tumors or something, look at the positive and not the negative..
well having my cup of tea.. and load of laundry in the wash.. and it is raining outside.. which we need desperately.. and praise the lord right now no leaks in the basement...

drkatiebug wrote: »

Thank y'all for the well wishes and for telling me what my procedure is called. I had no idea. For those of you who have had it, and because Barbie asked, is it necessary for Dave to go? He said he would be glad to take me but i hate to tie up his morning if all we are doing is waiting and waiting. I was thinking it would be no big deal to drive myself.

I was very glad my hubs was along. It is a long procedure IF it takes many times to get to a clean edge on the spot. The doctor will take a slice and then look at it under microscope as many times as it takes to get that clean edge. I had know idea the area would end up so large and was a bit flumoxed by the end. It was good to have him along to hear the post op directions etc.

Cheri
enjoying the lower temps this morning in TX

barbiecat wrote: »

Katie, unless the doctor's office told you that someone would have to drive you home after the procedure, then you are safe to drive yourself....I just thought it was an unsettling procedure and you might be bringing a friend or sweetheart for moral support.

Thanks for the clarification, Barbie. I think I'm good with going by myself. It might be better for my moral support to know he's home doing laundry and perhaps not waiting until I get home to do the weekly grocery shopping! I have a friend who offered to go with me, but she would get on my last nerve while waiting because she never shuts up. My mother or my daughter either one would also come and sit with me if I really wanted somebody.

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

Good Afternoon Ladies,

Katla, good for you on your trail ride today. See, you are improving even without your own horse. Congrats on how you handled the whole thing.

Mary, great going. I second what Janetr said about you being an inspiration. Thank you for being you and for being with us.

Lisa, sorry to hear about your DBIL but like you said, it is very treatable. Always scary! Sending prayers.

Allie, I don’t understand about your insurance??? Does Tom have it through work and if so can you not be on his?

KJ, congrats on losing those inches. That is really better than a pound or two any day. Keep up the great work.

Betty, that is a lot of bike riding. I trust you weren’t hurt badly in the fall.

Janetr, I’m rooting for you to make “lemonade” from all the lemons you seem to have just been given. Wow, that is a big move and somewhat out of the blue. Does this mean you will be staying there for the time being rather than going on with your itinerary? Think about something temporary for a while if the RV doesn't work for that. Things can seem different in a few months.

KarenE, how wonderful to be losing so fast that you need to add calories. I would gladly add calories to my diet. You are right about not wanting to lose too fast but of course to someone not losing, it sounds like a nice problem.

CarolGA, the hardest part of re-grouting is getting the old grout out. That is a job!

Re, great picture! The outfit is perfect for a fall vacation. Have fun. Congrats on the continued losing.

Sue, Pepper has always been a “salt and pepper” color, thus a light gray with some spots darker. Glad you like the new/different water aerobics class.

Kay, I’m just glad the doc caught the carcinoma on your face. I get the impression that those are more trouble if not caught for a long time. My thoughts will be with you.

Barbie, so glad you were able to find new arrangements for Brandy and Sasha in a short period of time. That is the only downside to having our fur babies….just can’t always take them with us.

Joyce, it’s funny how we sometimes care so much about something, thinking it means the same to others…..when in fact, they perhaps could care less. The location is probably less important than the fact that you get the family together. I know it’s been a while, but I’m sure I’ve posted a picture of Max and Pepper on here. Max is the Poodle that we lost just before Thanksgiving last year. But I am duly ashamed for not posting him more often.

Katla, that is good that your DH wanted to go to PT on his own.

Lisa, I’m looking at the photo of Morticia that you posted and to heck with the costume, I want that body!!!

NYKaren, I’m thinking hard about giving you credit for not dunking a donut.???? But still wondering why you dunked your phone???? Are you that hungry?

Joyce and Cheri, just the thought of walking that slowly through Walmart and looking at every isle makes me a bit crazy. I have a tendency to get a bit impatient in situations like that. I hand it to you ladies that can exhibit so much patience and understanding. I guess at my age there are still things I need to work on. *Go figure!*

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.

Pepper said thanks for all the kind comments. He is not the prettiest poodle to ever walk the earth but he is just stinkin’ cute with a personality to match. Some of you mentioned him being a puppy but he’s 8 years old and is a “daddy”. He had to stand on his tip toes to accomplish that as the mother was a miniature and a good bit taller than Pepper. LOL Now talk about some cute puppies!!!! OMG Last night I went to dinner with some friends from different states there are here visiting. We had a great time but can’t say the calories stayed within preferred limits. It was a restaurant that I used to work close to but had never been to. It was small and cozy with an upscale atmosphere and menu. Now I’m off to line dancing to try to burn off some calories. And today was back to eating right. As most of you, my thoughts are with those having medical procedures tomorrow and all of you with medical issues.

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

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Good afternoon everyone! I am just getting up as I was not able to fall asleep until 5 AM this morning. Tomorrow is my recheck to see if the Lymes disease and anaplasmosis have been eliminated from my body. Hopefully I will get a clean bill of health.

Barbie- I hope you enjoy your dog walks today! We will all be thinking of you tomorrow during your procedure. Tell your DH to let us know how you are doing. If that is at all possible.

Drkatiebug - well, possibly you can bring us along with you on your smart phone or tablet if you have one! In any case, we will be there with you!

DJ- thank you! I agree with everybody as to how cute Pepper's picture was! And they are right he does look like a puppy.



Mary from Minnesota

Stronglifts Rest Day

Kettlebell Swing
Goblet squats-3X5X 40
Russian kettle bell swing-22X7X 40
Week four, day two of transitioning from the 35 to the 40 pound kettle bell. I actually feel as though I am getting a good workout now. TMI I am actually working up a sweat. I can also feel that my heart rate is up during and after the swings.

Walk 1,000 Miles Challenge
5 miles



Mary from Minnesota

happy tues.
Prayers for dr katie.
hugs jane

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