WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JULY 2017

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  • coastalgosgal
    coastalgosgal Posts: 2,900 Member
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  • jmkmomm
    jmkmomm Posts: 3,247 Member
    The red dot light I have looks like a tiny flashlight. It is turned on and has to stay on with your thumb. A thumb can get pretty tired. Tonight we were playing his game of fetch. I never knew cats played fetch. I do not have a good throwing arm at all so I gave the wad of paper to Charlie to throw. At first he would bring it back to me to throw. I guess eventfully he figured out to drop it at Charlies feet.

    I have watched fireworks on tv. I didn't like the artists that would be providing the pre fireworks entertainment on the Macy's 4th so I watched The Capitol 4th on PBS. By the time the fireworks were over, I turned it over to Macy's and the fireworks were just starting. It really is true that New York has the biggest fireworks. I did love the patriotic music on PBS. Dad loved that kind of music and I don't think he even knew that while he was listening, his arm was directing. So I sat there and directed it. Macy's did have West Point band and glee club so I enjoyed that. Mr Mozart enjoyed watching them. He just chased those fireworks all over the TV.

    Joyce, indiana
  • barbiecat
    barbiecat Posts: 17,210 Member
    :/ When Jake and I took the dogs out awhile ago, Bessie was really scared by the noise of the fireworks. There are no fireworks allowed in our neighborhood but we are surrounded by ranchland and the foothills of the Olympics so lots of people are out in open areas setting off fireworks and probably shooting guns, too.

    <3 Jake's ability to do the things he wants to do is severely limited by his heart problems. He gets tired and out of breath very quickly. We worked together this morning on the yard but he had to sit down a lot and rest. He is always embarrassed by it but I am just so happy that we are working together and I don't care. I limit my outdoor working time to 90 minutes so I don't do something that would hurt my back.

    :) We laid down weed cloth and put rocks to hold it down. Tomorrow while I'm dancing, Jake will arrange to have the new rock delivered.

    :) I have the DVR scheduled to record the fireworks at the Capitol and at Macy's. We'll be asleep before either show comes on. I'll watch them in pieces over the next few days.

    <3 Barbie
  • margaretturk
    margaretturk Posts: 5,262 Member
    Lenora our home was built by an electrician so I feel confident about the wiring and outlets. DH was an engineer who designed electrical connectors so I feel confident when he tackles the electrical projects in the home. The outlet in question was twenty years old and its cover had gotten old and let water in.

    Lanette loved getting to see a Monarch on the milkweed I let grow wild in our yard. I think she might have been laying eggs. Enjoyed have a barb-a-cue with our boys.

    Tomorrow we will visit the refurbished State Capitol with some friends.
    I hear fireworks so I will go and see if they are shooting them off at the school up the street.

    :heart: Margaret
  • exermom
    exermom Posts: 6,534 Member
    Did Tonya Larsen's Step and Pump DVD. The plan for tomorrow is to take the deep water class.

    Good luck Kate. Update: so glad things worked out OK. On to the next thing.....

    In many ways I really like the condo. There's so much that we don't have to do. Allie - what floor is the condo on? The reason I ask is sometimes I find it a bit inconvenient if I've done a lot of food shopping and it's raining outside. Then I have to navigate not only the groceries but also an umbrella. Now it's not a problem for us, but I remember at one time the elevator was out of order. our condo is on the third floor and MIL at the time wasn't in good shape, she couldn't walk up and down the stairs. But on the positive side, you don't have to worry about things like trimming trees/bushes, planting grass seed, cutting grass (hey, will you even know how to do that? You do it so often now) And no more shoveling. What ARE you going to do with all this time????? lol

    NYKaren - do you refrigerate the lemon squares before you cut them? What if you were to line the pan with aluminum foil, spray the foil. Then after they are baked, let them cool. You might even refrigerate them. Then take them out of the pan on the foil, do you have a knife large enough to go completely across the lemon square? Then maybe you can just make one cut. After you make that cut, wash the knife before the second cut. Did I make it clear?

    Painted the panels on either side of the front door, then went to Lowe's Hardware to get these pavers blocks for under the hose that runs to the hose reel (because it's always a pain for me when I have to cut the grass. I don't want to cut that hose so I have to be real real careful), had to go back to Lowes to get more blocks, bought gas and then cut the lawn (I use the self-propelled mower and weed wacker, Vince uses the tractor). Just as we finished cutting the grass, it started to rain! What timing!!! Now having dinner. For some reason I'm really tired.

    Happy Fourth! It rained really hard earlier, but it's not raining now and I hear lots of fireworks.

    Heather - here's hoping you don't get what hubby has and hoping he feels better fast

    Dana - you love landscape design. Have a question for you. Around our pool Vince was saying that he'd like to plant evergreen trees. Mainly so that it's pretty easy to cut the grass. I don't know how I feel about evergreens. I guess I like variety. He definitely doesn't want anything flowering so that the flowers will go in the pool, that's the main reason he doesn't want anything that flowers. I was thinking of some sort of creeping flower just to give it "oomph". See, all around the pool we have riverrock. There is a bit outside the pool area. What would you suggest?

    Denise texted a pic of the favor she's getting for the wedding. She's getting a koosh. You know, those things you put around cans. I'm not crazy about that idea, but if she likes it, that's what matters. Personally, I've never used a koosh and I think Vince has only used one a few times. Wonder how many people will take one?

    Love all the pics

    Rori - is your hair up in that pic? For that matter, is that you? Really like it. For whatever reason, I was thinking that Mars was black.

    All this talk about Master Gardener classes. Exactly what is covered? Which plants do well in which area? How to use plants most efficiently? You are talking to a VERY landscape-deprived person here.

    Tomorrow Vince plans to put the screening up around the front door so that the cats can't get out and the bugs can't get in. Then Thurs Fri and Sat. we plan to do the painting. See, we want to do it in 3 days because during the day we need to take the lock off the door but we need to put it back on in the evening.

    Michele in NC
  • barbiecat
    barbiecat Posts: 17,210 Member
    :) If you would like a copy of "Strong Women Stay Young", please send me a personal message with your name and home mailing address.
    <3 Barbie
  • DamitJanit
    DamitJanit Posts: 1,329 Member
    Hello My Friends,

    I have tried to read posts some this week but the convention kept us very busy and worn out. We finished yesterday and took today to relax before making our 10 hour driv e back home. The weather today was beautiful and we sat out by the pool much of the afternoon. It's a nice view as our hotel is on the Riverwalk in downtown Tampa. Tonight we had a hard time finding a restaurant as many of them were closed. Anyway I just wanted to check in before I crash. I've been thinking of you and I wish you all a great rest of the week.

    Love ya,
    DJ
    Myrtle Beach, SC from Tampa, FL
  • SophieRosieMom
    SophieRosieMom Posts: 3,666 Member
    barbiecat wrote: »
    :) If you would like a copy of "Strong Women Stay Young", please send me a personal message with your name and home mailing address.
    <3 Barbie

    I highly recommend this, ladies! <3

    Lanette
  • janetr7476
    janetr7476 Posts: 4,001 Member
    Jack and I walked down the street about a block and a half so we could see the fireworks from the city park. They were gorgeous and we actually could see them quite well. I love seeing them even at my old age. I clapped during the grand finale. Jack laughed at me :)

    Janetr OKC
  • DanaReel180
    DanaReel180 Posts: 463 Member
    edited July 2017
    Allie Tom should be paying a least half the bills. Do not pay them. I have an Excel spreadsheet with all our bills on it and we have it figured where I pay about 33% to DH's 67% according to how much income we are bringing in. It's only fair that he pays more if the mortgage and bills. We still have our own bills, like my phone and credit card.
    Stop being so nice or you will get screwed! And not in a fun way!
    "Nice people finish last!"

    Lanette and Margaret thanks for info on the Master Gardener classes. I'll call Garvin Gardens and find out more. It's a botanical garden on several hundred acres on Lake Catherine here in Hot Springs. It's operated by the University of Arkansas. Even though I can't do a whole lot of physical work I do have a marketing background with Texas Parks and Wildlife. I have experience talking to people that's for sure!! I even worked at a entomology lab at Nutrilite Products years ago.

    Instead worrying about boys I was growing plant starts in my room and raising livestock for FFA class! I guess I was a tom-boy! Did that change!!

    Lanette I haven't tried the kefir yet. I would like too.

    I have made Kumbucha Tea since the early 90's. I don't have a mushroom anymore to start one but you can buy or find someone to get one from.
    It has wonderful properties and has a nice carbonation to it.

    Janet. Cute little baby! Thanks for the picture!

    Pip I love your dogs! I like large dogs. We have an overnight guest tonight! Callie our neighbor's dog was afraid of all the fireworks so she's asleep in the living room!

    Well, I have been averaging 4 lbs a month. Not bad. I have blown it a lot too. I get so down over my physical condition sometimes. Food makes me feel better!!
    I have given up beer though! That's good!

    I walked 2024 steps today. Mostly with my cane. I hate that thing. People treat me like an old old woman!! Ugh!!
    We went to Lowes and pick up some stuff for the yard. DH bought me a hanging basket. Pretty vincas or periwinkles. Tomorrow we're going to the local nursery to buy two more azaleas and some mulch too.

    Well good night! I hope everyone had a great day!

    Dana in Arkansas

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  • GodMomKim
    GodMomKim Posts: 3,703 Member
    Happy 4th all, All is well at my house, fireworks (safe and sane) are legal in my town, which of course means that it is easier to have the illegal ones and not get caught-- so it's pretty loud, and Levi is a bit concerned.

    I'm holding my own weight wise, I still have more I would like to release but just not finding the commitment. But no gaining so that is a win. I've re-worked my work schedule and hope that as I stick with it that it will free up some time, I have consolidated some things so I am gardening for longer days but less of them, which cuts down on the commuting and means I have bigger chunks of time to devote to the embroidery.

    Barbie - thank you for keeping us going, and I am so glad that things are working out for you and Jake.

    Allie - proud of you! the condo looks great

    Lisa - thinking of you.

    Kim in N. California
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,630 Member
    Machka9 wrote: »
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    June accomplishments ... :)

    2017 Monthly June
    Walking Distance (km): 69.0
    Walking Time (min): 862.5
    Cycling Distance (km): 506.7
    Cycling Time (min): 1600.1
    Stairs Climbed Number: 63.0
    Stairs Climbed Time (min): 50.4


    Totals
    Total Distance (km): 575.7
    Total Distance (miles): 357.7
    Total Time (min): 2513.0
    Total Time (hr): 41:53:00

    ____________________________________________

    As for July ... we already met our main goals on July 1, but we will have to focus on keeping up the distance and I will need to do some weights and core work. Plus returning to work and university, of course.

    M in OZ (soon)

    July 2015: 230.7 km (143.35 miles) = 32 hours 45 min
    July 2016: 709 km (440.5 miles) = 60 hours 41 minutes

    July 2017 ... hopefully somewhere in between my two previous quantities of exercise for July :)

    __________________________________
    So far ...

    July 1 - 161.5 km cycling (510 min) + 0.5 km walking (6 min). This was a 150 km event put on by the BC Randonneurs to celebrate Canada's 150th birthday. :) Plus a bit extra.

    July 2 - 3 km walking (35 min)

    July 3 - 3.5 km walking (43.75 min) + 20.00 km cycling (63.16 min)


    2017 Monthly July
    Walking Distance (km): 7.0
    Walking Time (min): 87.5
    Cycling Distance (km): 181.5
    Cycling Time (min): 573.2


    Totals
    Total Distance (km): 188.5
    Total Distance (miles): 117.1
    Total Time (min): 660.7
    Total Time (hr): 11:00:39


    And another good ride today ... 28.3 km! I will miss this lovely summer weather when we go back to cold and snowy Tasmania.
  • jmkmomm
    jmkmomm Posts: 3,247 Member
    Michele, would the creeping type of flowers grow on and over your rocks. I would imagine it might take a couple of years..

    One electrical problem we have is that several of our plugs fall out. So,e of them it is quickly and others are more gradual. MIchelle has a week planned off work to help us with some home projects. I hope we can replace a plug in by ourselves. The most irritating one is the one the DirectV genie is plugged into. If it gets unplugged, such as the kitten running, satellite is gone until we get it plugged back in and it gets satellite again. So if you are recording a movie, you lose minutes. But painting Charlies room comes first.

    Joyce, imfiana
  • spikeyhair
    spikeyhair Posts: 2,078 Member
    LENORA glad you got electrics sorted. DH is a qualified electrician so I have lots of plugs and sockets everywhere, in the kitchen there are at least 6 double sockets.

    I love fireworks, never set any off myself but love the large displays. That's one of things I like about my Spanish breaks, they do wonderful displays

    Kate UK <3
  • grandmallie
    grandmallie Posts: 10,104 Member
    Morning Ladies~
    I am awake, but didn't sleep well had severe stomach cramps alot last night and was up to the restroom quite a bit..
    working 9-6 today and have tomorrow off.. oil change early and then off to see the condo.. will try and video or take pictures .. I am waiting for the ball to drop Elena will get served either today,thurs,or friday.. and then all bets are off as to how he will treat me then..but I will soldier along calmly ..I think his attorney has until the 11th to counter divorce proceedings..
  • cityjaneLondon
    cityjaneLondon Posts: 12,723 Member
    Last night I tried to make bread in the Instant Pot. Fail. :'( But I was able to rescue it and finish it in the oven. Delicious!!! Half wholemeal, half granary.
    This morning I've made a fabulous black bean soup with smoked gammon. (Raw ham) Just had it with the bread. :D
    Docking myself 350 calories in all. Loads for another day. :) My poor freezer is already groaning.

    Making our own blackcurrant jam this afternoon. Neither of us eat much jam, so 4 pots will last us ages. Fun though!

    DH is still not up to par. :(

    Warm here today. Not really jam making weather. :o

    Lots of love, Heather UK xxxxxxx
  • klanders30
    klanders30 Posts: 2,569 Member
    michelle I followed your directions for cutting the lemon squares, Worked like a charm. The one thing I did differently, almond flour for the pastry, meh! I like it better with white flour but hey, it wasn't inedible, just gluten free :p

    Had a peaceful 4th, even took a nap outside on the chaise lounge chair, what a delight.

    Take care everyone! NYKAREN
  • Lilymay2
    Lilymay2 Posts: 2,525 Member
    July goals
    - 120 miles
    - 15 days over 10,000 steps
    - water, water, water
    - refinish dresser and cupboard.
    - paint new cupboard
    - get my craft room back together

    I think it important to not only set goals for our exercise, but also for our projects. My refinishing projects have been waiting way to long and it is time to get them done.

    July 1 - 3.09 miles
    July 2 - 3.53 miles
    July 3 - 5.71 miles - 12569 steps (1/15)
    July 4 - 3.98 miles

    Very hot out yesterday so I stayed inside, laundry, cleaning out files and shelves in my home office. Lots of trips up and down stairs. My cold is not getting any better! Grandkids coming this morning, Aiden has one more day of antibiotics and nebulizer. Not sure were everyone picked up this virus!

    Off to refill coffee cup and get ready for the day.
  • Peach1948
    Peach1948 Posts: 2,473 Member
    o:)
  • pipcd34
    pipcd34 Posts: 17,286 Member
    it took 12 years for bullwinkle to tell me she doesn't like fireworks... all the other years? couldn't care less, snored thru it all :0(
  • coastalgosgal
    coastalgosgal Posts: 2,900 Member
    The sun kissed me yesterday! Aaack! But had s nice day, the firehouse serving free hamburger's and hotdogs, looking at the classic car show, and clapping for the parade down Main Street. I hope everyone had a safe and happy 4th.
    Becca
  • KetoneKaren
    KetoneKaren Posts: 6,412 Member
    Anybody have any "blahs" busters? I could use a couple of motivators today.

    <3

    Karen in Virginia
  • lizzieracer
    lizzieracer Posts: 3 Member
    I feel very down today. I recorded everything I ate and did lots of walking so I thought I would have lost something!! Alas the scale is at the EXACT number as last week. I know it will move eventually but sure is discouraging. The sun is shining so I will be out doing my steps as usual but not with much bounce.
    I now I just have to keep on trucking. :)smile:
  • csofled
    csofled Posts: 3,022 Member
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  • KJLaMore
    KJLaMore Posts: 2,847 Member
    Heather- Thanks for the book suggestion! Love books and info about brains! Congrats on your new numbers! Go 139!
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