WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR AUGUST 2017
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Becca: You did well at bringing home nutritious food. Salmon is a great item. We're planning on a piece of salmon for tonight's dinner ourselves.
Rye in TX: Glad you're doing okay with the weather situation. I saw some pretty scary stuff on the Weather Channel today. Stay safe. :flowerforyou:
Pip: Your Airstream looks wonderful. I'm trying to imagine it with your dogs and hope you'll take some photos of them inside to share.
Yesterday we went to my 50th class reunion. I saw a few old friends that I hadn't seen in decades and enjoyed it. There were several I hoped to see that weren't there and I hope to track down at least one of them. This particular woman went through all twelve grades with me, and we even moved across town in time to go to the same Junior High. She's a musician and others have seen her around. I'm hoping I'll be lucky enough to find her.
Katla in beautiful NW Oregon
Nothing is impossible, the word itself says 'I'm possible'!" -Audrey Hepburn
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Hello all, I'm sort of new to forums, although I've been on MFP off, and on for a while now. So, I shall introduce myself here, where I feel I belong. I'm going to be 53 in September, and started MFP "this time" as a way to keep a food diary, to see what way making me so sick. Well, it seemed to be everything!
So, I'll be 53 soon, my hair is all gray, and I was lucky enough to go through mentalpause early(in my 40's), thanks to my mom's genes. I'm 5' 4 & 3/4" tall and currently weigh 157.6 pounds. I live a very sedentary lifestyle, but would very much like to change that. I live in the Northeast, so it's hard to get outside in the winter months, and live in a small town, with one gym that is so expensive I don't know how they stay in business.
I've had to make some changes in my diet due to a hiatal hernia diagnosed in May, and my gastroenterologist wants me to loose weight, quit smoking, and no coffee! I've done pretty good, I've lost 22 pounds, I've stopped eating after 6pm, no more snacks( my midnight munchies), I try to go for a walk every evening, and use the push mower, instead of the rider. I would like to do more, and I think it will help to see other women my age getting active, and making healthy, reachable goals. So, I will start by make a few goals myself, posting them here, and asking for a kick in the butt!!
1: Walk at the very least one mile, every other day.
2: NO SUGAR!
3: Eat more fruits & veggies, and less bread & pasta.
4: Drink more water!!!
5: Get out my healthy-strider, and use it for 30 minutes, minimum of 3 times a week.
I think 5 is good to start, I really want to accomplish these, so I don't want to overwhelm myself!
I would love to hear some opinions, and welcome new friends!
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Reporting in from College Station, TX here! We are okay. Lots of rain with flooding and winds. Seems it may be worse tomorrow so will see. So very glad my son came inland from Houston. He may be here for several days as Houston has been hit hard. To think I left the hurricanes back when I lived in Florida!
Cheri
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Rain totally manageable here. Three tornadoes within 10 miles of us but we are okay. The storm is lessening and going a bit north of what they predicted but it's still early. So far the flooding has been minor with only one creek going out of it's banks, the bayous all holding strong. Looks like we are in for 3 to 4 days of heavy rain and a full 10 days of rain events daily. Going to be a long week....
In other news.... wait, there isn't any other news from here.
Fighting boredom in Houston
Marcelyn
P.S. - Interesting that everyone keeps saying Houston is hit hard and it's terrible down here. Honestly it's a LOT less than we've seen in the past. There is some flooding but not much. Of course we have days to go but right now all is pretty much good. The southwestern side of town seems to have been hit hardest and our area to the northwest. But honestly, it's pretty good considering.5 -
Where I live is right in the middle of the red spot. Cheri lives up close to the town of Bryan. This was the 7pm radar.
Marcelyn
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Praying ... for all of you in the path of the Hurricane...
DrKatieBug ... where are you? Did you see Okiewoman's Christmas organization? I am in awe!
Beth near Buffalo
Oh, I'm just lurking over here in my corner being jealous. My garage is in serious need of some organizing. I loved okiewoman's tubs.4 -
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Becca, Cheri, Michele, Joyce, Carol, Gloria, and Dana - Not that any of you would say anything on FB about DDnL#2 being pregnant; please don't post anything there. There are people that have not told and would like for it not to be on there. Will doesn't have a FB account, DDnL has 'deactivated' hers, only checking it for school and church things because 'if' Will had his way they'd both not have one. He is extremely 'private' and unfortunately our other DnL doesn't know how to 'not' put her 'drama' on it. He prefers to tell DOS in his 'own sweet time'. We won't even tell them. Thanks.
Usually it is the worst on the right (NE side of a hurricane for winds and rain). Looks like we might not get any, or much anyway, rain or wind here. Will has worked like a dog trying to get all the roads mowed before the rain comes, if it does. Needs to get it done, or most of it, before hunting season.
Prayers for all who have been affected by this storm. It sure looked huge (like Andrew and Katrina). Oh, it was Andrew that did a direct hit on South Florida, right below Miami ... Middle sister said if there was another one predicted to hit South FL, she'd be in GA before any mandatory evacuations.
We're having a good time. Will now has internet service (by satellite and that is nice).
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Rye - wow, great photos. You are VERY talented. Hope the job works out for you!
Katla - glad you could make it to the reunion-you had a big class! We always joked we had 99 1/2 seniors (one of the gals was pregnant). I think at least a third of them have passed away, seems like a couple more each year.
Becca - so hoping your Whidbey plans work out. Lots of goodies at the food bank, wow! And the letter from Owain - just wonderful
Lenora - crossing fingers for Tami everything works out in the new baby department. What a surprise indeed!
Pip - Bette is the bomb. Your pups will be very happy traveling along! How thrilling to have the awning and cushions done! Hope you get that flat tire bike situation fixed once and for all. Geeze!
Penny - thank you for posting for your drive, the ferry, and the trip to your house. You live in a wild and beautiful country and I can see how you love it so much.
Okiewoman - glad you won't get hit with Harvey. Hope to hear more from our Texas ladies, they are in my prayers.
Happy anniversary to everyone! Birthdays too! My DH and I are newlyweds at 40 years this past February, lol.
Someone mentioned Leigh - I think she was going back to Oregon for a month so I hope she pops in here.
OK ladies, sorry this is so quick. More catch up tomorrow!
Hugs,
Lanette
SW WA State
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Thanks to all the ladies on the path of the storm for checking in.!
Rye, beautiful pictures!
Lenora, congrats on the new baby. I'll send good thoughts.
Terry in VT
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One of the big roadblocks for me in getting rid of stuff was the tendency to look for the right home for everything. Once I stopped acting as if my unused possessions were puppies to be placed for adoption , I could let go of more stuff. I lived in Okinawa during typhoons and in Miami during hurricanes. I wish safety to all in the path of the hurricane Barbie from beautiful sunny NW Washington 6
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Carol, your picture is absolutely gorgeous. Both of you look very elegant. Thank you for sharing, Happy Anniversary.
Janetr okc1 -
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Thanks to all who said they missed me. This is a very busy time of year for me. I just got home from a ten-hour Train the Trainer workshop, which I facilitated. I think they were crazy for wanting to do it all in one day, but we survived it and all participated up to the end. We had a good time. Teaching teachers is my calling, so I am a very good tired tonight. This marks 4 straight Saturdays where I have been in meetings or trainings related to my volunteer work with Lay Servant Ministries. It will slow down around Thanksgiving.
Thank you to all the Texas folks who have checked in. Good to know you're hanging in there.
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Call me crazy but I love to see other people happy and succeeding .
Good Evening Friends,
MicheleNC, your jello things sound so cute. That would make great jello shots if it were a drinking crowd.
Joyce, I had to laugh about Mozart and the litter box. I don’t know if animals think it’s a gift to us or what??? One of our dogs will run to a spot that hasn’t been mowed and drop a fresh load for DH to have to clean up before he can mow it. And she looks so proud of herself. Lol
Sharon, I hope your days get better, although that beauty day sounds pretty good. The time with your DGD is what sounds special.
Heather, have you talked at all to your sons about what you are writing? I know it was discussed well over a year ago but can’t remember. ***Hee hee hee, I know it surprises you that I can’t remember.***
Lisa, safe travels. I don’t like night driving much anymore either.
Rye, where do you live in Texas? I grew up in McAllen and it looks like they will get their share of rain.
Margaret, I conjured up a mental image of you with your “SUPER SHREDDER” and it was somewhat like a cartoon. You go girl!
M, what a beautiful beach!!! I’d probably never leave it but then I’m a beach bum.
Katla, Happy 1776!!! Hope it’s been a great day.
Becca, cool rocks. Why do I feel like you are starting a rock collection rather than re-hiding them?? LOL (later) great letter from your youngest. You sent away a boy but will get back a man. Bet you are a proud mamma!
Gloria, sorry about the tooth problems.
Carol, that wedding picture is stunning. Looks like a cake topper. Happy 48!!!
Terry, celebrating “Homecoming day” is so cool. I can see why your DD likes it.
Katla, glad you enjoyed the reunion.
Its been good to hear from the Texans and I hope things continue to only improve. Just stay safe no matter what.
to all the Newbies. 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'm so tired I can't think straight so I'll post this and hit the bed.
Sending love, good thoughts and cool sunshine to all of you.
I Love you
DJ
Myrtle Beach, SC
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drkatiebug wrote: »Thanks to all who said they missed me. This is a very busy time of year for me. I just got home from a ten-hour Train the Trainer workshop, which I facilitated. I think they were crazy for wanting to do it all in one day, but we survived it and all participated up to the end. We had a good time. Teaching teachers is my calling, so I am a very good tired tonight. This marks 4 straight Saturdays where I have been in meetings or trainings related to my volunteer work with Lay Servant Ministries. It will slow down around Thanksgiving.
Thank you to all the Texas folks who have checked in. Good to know you're hanging in there.
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M in Oz: I'm probably not what many would consider a photographer- my pieces are almost exclusively abstracts. Here is an example of my recent stuff. I'm hopeless at self promoting, though, and so I've only sold a couple of pieces.
Rye in TX ( but safe and out of harms way)
They're wonderful!
I haven't been brave enough to try to sell any of my good ones yet. Photography sites keep saying to find that one thing you do well, like you with the abstracts, but I'm not sure what that one thing is yet.
For a year, I participated in a challenge on a photography forum where we had to submit a photo each week that matched a theme. They posted a new theme each week. This is one I did for the theme "Beatles Songs"
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Glad everyone in Texas has checked in. Or at least I think everyone has. Stay safe, I can't believe you said you were bored on Houston. I would be on the edge of my seat.
Lenora, congratulations. Why does she have to have the injections? What is said on MFP stats on MFP. My lips, and fingers are sealed. Mums the word.
Becca, you have quite the haul there. Knowing you, you will make it last and ha e 4 course meals. You know, sometimes a guy does want to hear from his Dad and not the Cheif?
Penny, enjoyed your tour through town. It doesn't look at all like you are close to the North Pole.
Carol, happy anniversary and many more.
I saw a picture on Facebook today that really shocked me. When we were much younger, our annual summer vacation was up to Minnesota to Dads old home. He had his parent
St that lived there and one brother had a large dairy farm. This brother had 3 children. Lawrence was the older one and boy was he good looking. Being a all his life farmer, he had muscles everywhere they needed to be and had Grandpa's wavy hair. All us 3 sisters just swooned every year. Well all the siblings got together this week. I have both my fenale cousins as friends on FB but no one ever, ever says anything Bout Lawrence. Well he was in this picture and boy was he old. I mean OLD! Never would have realized it was him. As I looked at it longer, I see Grandpa in him. But it was at least good to see a picture of him. I guess hunks have to age also.
Got to go fill the pill keepers for the week then go to bed.
Joyce, Indiana3
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