WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR SEPTEMBER 2016

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

Good Afternoon Ladies,

Heather, I totally know what you mean about the houses we like always being a bit over our price range. I’ve been looking a bit lately at one level homes and you are exactly right. I’d like to downsize a bit more if we ever move but smaller homes just have such small kitchens and bedrooms and closets, and everything. Lol

Mary, enjoy the wedding.

Katla, when I read that you were looking for “better poles” I will admit that my mind didn’t go to Halloween ghosts. LOL I have had a few friends over the years that took pole dancing classes just for fun. (Or so they said)

CarolGA, I’m sure you don’t look like Alfred Hitchcock but we are our own worst critics.

Melanie, it’s really sad that all the men in our lives can’t just support us with all their might. We don’t even ask them to eat healthy; just do what you can to help us do it. My DH is very supportive and even he will slip up and offer me things that he knows I can’t eat. Just hang in there. It sounds like you are doing great.

Joyce, I’ll admit that I do like winter clothes. Of course our winter clothes are more what you probably wear in late fall. I am already thinking about what in the world I’ll wear for a coat if it’s cold in Las Vegas in January. My coats that were too, too big are gone and I haven’t replaced them. Last year just a sweater or poncho was all that was needed here. Of course in Las Vegas we will be out walking the streets so I doubt that will be sufficient. So did Charlie go to karaoke Wednesday night? I’m glad he is back at it….I know he loves it.

Sue, if WW causes you stress I agree to skip it and work on what you are eating here with us. You can do this! It just takes a real commitment and some planning. If WW worked for you before you can still eat what you ate then. Just record each bite and stay within your calories. If you need the accountability with a group for weigh ins, feel free to report your weight to us. We are here for you!!!!

Barbie, so happy you are doing well. And thank you for checking in with us because you know we are wanting to hear from you.

Joyce, drugs affect everyone so differently but I don’t think you will be that wiped out from the valium. I took it for my MRIs and it just helped me relax enough that I could tolerate the procedure. I could have actually driven myself home each time.

Janetr, OH NOOOOOO. I can’t believe that rash is coming back. Bless your heart. They need to figure out what is going on. Sending healing thoughts.

Pip, great article. Thanks for sharing it with us.

Heather, you signed a contract with the real estate agent….is that for selling your house? How long do you list it at one time? Here the norm is probably 3 months, depending on the market. Good luck!!!

Mary, I agree that it’s not good to under medicate for pain after surgery. I even believe that your body can heal faster if it’s not in constant pain. I’ve never understood why some people seem to try to be a martyr and not take any?

KJ, I had to laugh at you wanting to smother your DH with a pillow. When I was in menopause I swear I got so mean I didn’t even want to be in my own skin. My doc put me on a mild antidepressant and it was like my old sweet self came back into my body.

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.

It rained and rained yesterday. Our poor yard is just soaked and the grass keeps getting higher. If it doesn’t dry out one of these days I don’t know how we will ever mow it. The ladies I went to dinner with the other night are planning a trip to Las Vegas in January. I’m too cheap to gamble much and the shows have gotten too expensive for me but I can have a wonderful time just people watching and playing the penny slots. I’ll post a picture of us at dinner. I’m the one second from the left, for those that are newer and don’t know what I look like.

Sending love and good thoughts to all of you and I hope you all have a Happy and Healthy Day! See you next month.

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