WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR DECEMBER 2017
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Maybe my afternoon naps are messing up my sleeping at night. I was up super early and have walked the dogs for an hour and eaten my breakfast while reading your posts. Meditation, then another walk with my dogs and my friend. After my friend goes home, I call my 94 year old cousin who lives in a nursing home in NYC. Our conversations are varied and sometimes center around her asking me what time it is several times, but she likes that I call every day so I'm happy to do it.
Barbie from drizzly NW Washington5 -
Lisa~ wasnt Alfie he was with me lol
Morning Ladies~ a few accidents here and there but other than that he is very good.. though I think he might have caught Kennel Cough with being transported so off he goes to the vet before I go to work this morning... and then my DB will come down around 2 and get the older ones out and make sure Alfie uses wee wee pad before going back in crate..
Alfie such a good little boy comes running right up to me to pick him up..
I know he has a small bladder so will do my best with training... and I bought a training collar ,but honestly he really hasnt barked that much so might send it back..
Also Have a Retractable Leash with Flashlight and bag holder that is brand new I wont be using , dont have package,, but will post it on marketplace and see if I can at least recoup the money for it.2 -
I am now finished my Christmas decorating! I hung the lights in the window tonight.
After this weekend's run and ride, today we walked ... and I did some upper body weight lifting. The weather keeps hinting that it might get warm at some point so I'd like to get some definition into my arms.
Regarding the tea ... I started to discover different teas when I went to a hotel once in 2013 and they had a selection of teas I hadn't heard of. Most of the time there are 2 or 3 basic black teas and a green tea, and that's it. But this selection included rooibos. I loved it!
So then I started to really look at what was available in the way of tea.
I've tried green tea on several occasions and can tolerate one type with mandarin orange, but I don't like the rest. I don't mind most black teas (English Breakfast, Earl Grey, etc.) but I wouldn't go out of my way for them ... unless I'm feeling a bit under the weather. I've also tried a small selection of herbal teas and did not like them at all. So for years, I would walk right past the tea selection and never give it a second glance. We bought a box of black tea of some sort shortly after I first arrived in case we had guests, and only had the occasional cup from that over the next several years.
When I discovered this rooibos tea, I found an orange cinnamon rooibos I really like, and I also like this mint-choc which I'm drinking right now. I have a vanilla rooibos at work, but I don't like it quite as well. I also found I like lemon ginger tea. That's really nice if I'm feeling hungry or at all unsettled. When I'm at university, buying coffee is really expensive, but I discovered I could get hot water for tea, and also discovered Lady Grey which has a really nice mild flavour but also has caffeine so it helps keep me awake in the lectures. And I often use a flavoured chamomile to help me sleep.
There is a lot of selection out there!!
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Another dissatisfied Amazon customer here, FYI. My sister in Chicago and brother in New York didn’t get their packages from me this Christmas. I got refunds for Chicago ones but didn’t bother on the New York one.
Yesterday a small package was delivered to my home. That is unusual- we have been having most items shipped to the amazon lockers at 7-11 but for some reason this one said locker delivery unavailable so it was shipped to home directly.
Amazon own delivery service (not ups/usps) , a small bubble envelope, left on our lawn, not even brought to door of home. The only reason it didn’t blow away is it was raining and it was soaking wet. The item was fine- so I’m just joining the choruses of don’t use amazon this season!! I know only a couple more days will this be relevant, but still wanted to warn.
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Beth - You are really having to work hard this Christmas. So sorry for all the upheavals and upsets. I wish you a much more peaceful 2018.
Well, today I did my typing, then started on the chocolate roulade. It's cooked and I just have to turn it out (!), spread it with cream and roll it up. DH lined the pan and has made a disposable base for it out of cardboard and foil, so we can leave it in Hove.
Then I made a soup for after Christmas lunches and I prepped the mushroom risotto for tonight. Poor DH had gone out to have his hair cut and was rather put out to find the sink piled up with huge pots and bowls. He set to it and soon we were all done and clean again.
I want to get the cards blutaked up later today.
We managed to get the kitchen light bulb changed, despite dropping one of the tiny nuts and having to search for it. They really don't make these things at all easy to change. It was a precarious and delicate two person job. That's why we have been putting it off.
Tomorrow is lunch out with my brother and DSIL. We have booked the posh pub as they are driving. I do know that there is a big party in just before us, so I am prepared for a wait. They always have very nice, sophisticated decorations there.
Having our 3rd AF day in a row today. Hooray!
Love Heather UK xxxxxxx3 -
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I am really enjoying all the pics and Grandchildren stories.
I go thru news cycles, boycott it when I find I am becoming obsessive and upset. Mostly just check headlines on NPR's website and only read the articles that really interest me and are about health/lifestyle/art/books/movies, etc, not the hard depressing news.
Alfie looks adorable.
I agree, the twins with Santa is a classic, and hilarious!
Love the elk at the apartments.
I too love Stranger Things and British TV shows. I have the internet, but no cable, satellite or antenna, so it is strictly internet TV for me-- great, no tempting food commercials to deal with!
Heather, you are right losing 100lbs has done a number on my head, don't know who is in the mirror, can't pick out clothing by looking at it, and still feel so much bigger than I am.
Love the idea of picking a word or words for 2018.
2017 was a year of great change and upheaval, I sold my house of 13 years and moved into Senior apartments in May, had weight loss surgery in June, had cataract surgery at end of September and again beginning of October. I am very grateful all surgeries went well.
Miss my house but love how quiet and well insulated the new apartment is--also got south facing windows (just like I had at the house living room) my 2 fav things to have in my home are sunshine and fresh air. Love all the free solar heat in the winter and the apartment is so small it heats up from the sun and I can crack some windows, even on cold days.
So sorry to hear of lost family and friends, made even harder by this time of year.
Thanks for all the warm words of welcome and encouragement!
Janice in sunny Kansas, loving that sunshine!
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Hi Sisters, I'm excited. Only two more days till I do the Tongariro Crossing. I emailed the leader yesterday, just to confirm time, day and make sure I am definitely on the list to go, and he said the weather forecast for Thursday is strong winds, but he is still planning to take our group... So I am going to hold onto Machka's saying, and do it, even though I am afraid I will get blown right off the cliffs! Another person warned me that the rocks on the pathway are very sharp and my feet will take a pounding. I am taking painkillers along. LOL.
I am feeling stressed over all the extra Christmas holiday pressures of buying, wrapping, delivering presents and planning, buying and making food! This morning I am making my last present. I am doing paintings for each of my daughters and I've done the first two, but couldn't decide what to paint for my middle daughter. I asked God to send it to me in a dream and he did last night. I had to get up in the middle of the night to sketch it out as the idea was so persistent it wouldn't let me sleep. I only wish my fingers could make what my inner eye sees, but it is only a clumsy copy.
Here is my painting I did for my oldest daughter:
Here is the one my youngest daughter saw me painting and asked if it could be for her:
Wendy
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Terry, recently i found someone who said this about their weight loss: Never two days in a row.
It has helped me, I have a bad day (last weekend it was a party where there was a bowl of Chex mix! I can’t resist that!) and I acknowledge it but the next day I keep saying to myself Never two days in a row. What could have turned into a bad spiral was nipped in the bud, because all I had to do was commit to one day. The day after, well I could address it after I got through my Never two days.
Maybe this would help you? I hate to hear you so scared and down on yourself.
Thanks for the advice. Sounds like something I could adopt for myself.1 -
Hey friends. I'm sorry last week was so crazy. I worked late every day. I hope you are well. I cut my Christmas stress by refusing to decorate LOL. I have a tiny metal tree on my coffee table with my one present sitting by it, a wreath on the door, and holiday placemats! That's it. What a far cry from a tree in every room.
DH is doing well and keeping busy. DD#1 ignores me. DD#2 will be down Saturday morning for the holiday.
Take care all! Meg from foggy Omaha7 -
Joyce, sorry to hear about your difficulties. Sounds like you handled it with grace and dignity.
Rye, congrats on the size 8. All your hard work is paying off. Well done.
Sue, so glad your party was a success.
My eating was atrocious today. Made the peanut brittle today so everything is now all ready for Christmas. I so want to get back on track eating wise. I feel so out of control and scared. Cast comes off tomorrow so going to try harder to get back to eating better.
Terry
Glad to hear the cast is coming off. There is a quote I've seen in this group that goes something like "strategy is stronger than willpower". One of my strategies is to have 'clean' snacks front and center in my fridge and pantry: peeled hard boiled eggs, washed and trimmed celery, unsalted nuts pre-bagged in small portions and fresh sparkling water from my soda stream are some staples. We're right there with you, Terry.
Take care friends.
Rori
Colorado Foothills
Thanks. Everyone has such good advice and support. Love you ladies!2 -
Wendy - Wonderful paintings! What a fantastic talent to have!
My roulade is rolled, covered and in the freezer. :drinker: it looks amazing!
Janice - When I lost my 57 lbs I had absolutely no idea how to dress for my new body. I was so used to wearing camouflage! I took some time to buy and read some magazines suitable for my age group and looked at stuff that was in fashion. Then I went to the shops just to get my eye in. I needed to know what was out there. I didn't put myself under pressure to buy. Eventually I took a friend whose taste in clothes I liked, to help me buy some pieces for a holiday. She picked out stuff and colours I would never have looked at, but they have become favourites. Changing our heads is harder than changing our bodies!
My DDIL has just come out of her operation to repair an umbilical hernia. All has gone well. DYS sounds v relieved.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxx5 -
Beth (((hug)))
Wendy Wow. Just wow. You are an artiste!
Karen in Virginia1 -
Pip & Cheri: I know that Heather loves her Instant Pot. I've never used ours. DH got an Instant Pot after our neighbor raved about his. Evidently Instant Pots are quite manly. I would rather cook in a cast iron pot on the stovetop. :laugh:
Lanette: You and Rosie make a wonderful picture. I like her Christmas sweater.
Barbie: I always accompany my husband to the doctor, too. He is medically complicated & has diabetes, MS & previous stroke. I want to know how he's doing.
Terry in VT: I read every Outlander book as it came out, and they are all on my bookshelf. I am amazed at how well the TV series is following the actual books. Brilliant author and an amazingly well-done production in my opinion. The series is on STARZ.
Machka: I am in agreement about bell peppers, but I've discovered sweet mini peppers and tolerate them well enough to put a little bit into some of the things I cook. I like the color they add, and also enjoy the flavor. I am careful not to use too much, even with these. :flowerforyou:
Sue: I'm sending good thoughts for your DH. Tell him that mine is partially blind because he was too stubborn to go to the hospital while he was having his stroke. Men seem to lack a certain amount of ordinary common sense. Yes, I realize I'm generalizing. :grumble:
KJ: Your fudge recipe is much like my mom's, other than the Jack Daniels. What does the whiskey do to the favor and texture? :huh:
Heather: I hope you feel better soon. (((HUGS)))
Allie: Do you have a cat, or is your pup a mouser? It sounds like a pet brought you a gift. Gross, but a gift all the same.
Rye: Congrats on your new, smaller size of clothes. That is absolute proof that you are succeeding. :flowerforyou:
(((JOYCE)))
Becca: Having your son at home is the best possible Christmas gift! Congratulations.
Barbie & all who celebrate: Happy Hanukkah! (Sorry to be a bit late.)
Martha in Eastern Oregon: Welcome back!
Wendy and Sue: I rode Arrow yesterday and he is deserving of a different sort of horns altogether, plus a pitchfork and a forked tail. He greets me happily and then acts like a jerk. :grumble:
Sharon: I watched part of that rodeo on TV. I wonder whether I saw your friend's ride.
Barbara: I love wood heat. We had a Fisher wood-burning insert in our fireplace at our previous home. We loved that thing. Here we have a gas fireplace. It lacks some of the great qualities of wood stoves, but it is clean and effortless. :ohwell:
Margaret & Machka: We had our flu shots, too. We're keeping our fingers crossed that we stay healthy. A couple of years ago we had horrible flu and chalked it up to flying across the country and back. Unfortunately, air travel is a sure way to catch the latest virus. :grumble:
Rye: We've had hideous service from Amazon delivery, too. If they're going to do something, they should do it right. They'll be losing customers like crazy. :grumble:
Wendy: I love your art. :flowerforyou:
Meg: This year may be a challenge for you and I hope you find good ways to have fun and companionship. This will be another year when we have Christmas on our own. I was really sad about it for a few years but I'm coming to accept it as the new normal. :sad: :ohwell:
DH & I are having a quiet day at home so far. I was considering Yoga today, but I've missed the window. I'll go tomorrow.
Katla in beautiful NW Oregon
"The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another." - William James
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Katla, Arrow must be feeling neglected, lol. He is playing up to get attention. What is he trying to teach you? Do you need to be more assertive with him? Tell him what to do so he doesn't think he is boss. Play some games with him on the ground before you get on him. Make him walk over a plastic tarp and prove what a brave horse he is. What do you need to learn? God sends us horses for teachers...
I am just going out to feed and then go for one last hike before the Big One.
I did this painting for my middle daughter this morning. It is titled "Sunrise In My Heart":
Wendy
PS. Thank you all for your kind comments. It is so good to let my inner child create!7 -
Katla - I love my IP for stews, curries and soups but I also use it for yoghurt (it's very easy to do lactose free) and yogurt cheese, sprout beans for salads and curries, cook healthy beans and grains, like quinoa, boil eggs that slip out of their skins, make steel cut porridge, proof bread that is made with the whey from the yoghurt, cook banana bread and I cook beetroot, potatoes etc etc. I could, if I wanted to, make cheesecake, custards, puddings etc. including lactose free. I do want to make a cheesecake, but only when I have an army to eat it! I fancy the salted caramel one. I was going to make one for DSIL and family, but I don't want left overs. I'm going to make something I can happily leave in the freezer in portions if no one wants any.
A lot of people like making infused waters or teas. Or vanilla essence for presents. I haven't done that. But I might make Lemoncello one day.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxx3 -
Wendy: I appreciate your advice. You're right that Arrow is trying to teach me something. I think he's trying to teach me that I'm not the boss of him. I'm trying to teach him that I AM the boss of him. In fact, he really doesn't show respect for anyone. Sometimes I think I'm making progress and other times not. I'll talk to my teacher about the tarp idea. It would be a good idea if I have enough dominance to get him to do what I want. If it is just another case of him refusing to comply I'm afraid it would make things worse rather than better. He is 18 or so, and has been left in his stall far too much of the time for at least the last year and a half. I don't know about before then but it may have been much longer. He greets me when I go to get him from his stall and comes over to hang out where I am standing, but he does not show respect when I ask him to do something. He seems quite lazy except when the trainer comes with his mechanical cow to give cow cutting classes. Then Arrow is eager, interested and compliant. In fact, he is a star in that situation. :noway:
It is a foggy day here on the river and a tragic day in the State of Washington where an AMTRAK train derailed today and crashed off of an overpass onto I-5. It is at Dupont, right by Fort Lewis. Prayers for the families of the dead, and prayers for the injured & survivors.
Katla in beautiful NW Oregon
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