WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR MARCH 2018
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janet you inspire me. Would love a video of that first dance with your Grandson at his wedding.
Heather wish I had been around when that pot left your cupboard but glad it found a good home.
"Tired of being tired" was the phrase that got me here, to maintenance weight and off bp meds....
Small tiny actions and choices everyday, keep me going. I have a calendar where I mark hitting certain goals. I enjoy marking off my successes and looking back at the month as a big picture. Also, journaling everyday about the simplest of things, food, exercise, spending/not spending, I even note whether I am staying in a positive mindset, paying attn to these actions have helped me tremendously. and yes, checking in with you all is the icing on the cake!--or maybe I mean a side of veggies and salad
Today I deep clean the kitchen, oh joy! NYKAREN8 -
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Today (well yesterday and today is confirmation) I am normal weight by all commonly used measures. (BMI, waist to height ratio, waist to hip ratio). I stopped actively dieting in January hoping that my periodic 5 day Fast Mimicking diets and my regular 5:2 Intermittent fasting would carry me over into normal BMI and it looks like that strategy worked!
In the past twenty years (As an adult after age 30) at my lowest I have always hovered just in the low part of the overweight category by BMI measurements (tho I was healthy by the other two measures) so this might be the first time in two decades that I can confidently say my weight is good and healthy.
What an odd feeling this accomplishment engenders in me, tho.
Rye in Tx15 -
I just reconnected on MFP after being away for 9 months due to injury.
I like the idea of a 50's accountability group.
I am 54 yrs old. Before my injury I had lost 90 lbs with help of MFP and exersize. I gained some of that back, but I am back now and ready to crush it.
March goals
Do my daily workouts as per schedule.
Log my food daily
Get my water in (I struggle with this one)
Stay positive in my mind
Reach out when struggling
Not to obsess on the scale (something I do too much)
Lose 5 lbs for the month
Angie11 -
Janet, I'm just smiling about you dancing at the special wedding. Thanks for sharing. Wonderful how he worked through hardships.
Barbie, hope Jake"s appt went well.
Wishing Happy Birthday to March ladies..
Betsy in NW Washington where spring is happening
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Rye - I totally identify with that feeling. IS THIS ME? I hardly know myself, but I'm pleased to meet me. Maybe you could say that to yourself in the mirror. "Hello! I'm very pleased to meet you. You are doing great! "
I've just got back from 5 mins walk, 45 mins run and 3 mins walk. I definitely ran 5k, so I'm delighted.
I did extra mat work this morning, side planks, walking planks, etc etc, but totally forgot to do my dumbbells. Duh! I think I've made up for it though.
My cleaner just told us she used to be in the army and won a case of sexual harassment against her sergeant major. A huge ordeal, but she came through. Time's Up folks.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxx11 -
Hula Hoop I could have sworn I saw a post from someone new to this thread asking for Hula Hoop tips last night, but this morning I can not find it! In case I did not just dream that I’ll describe my hula hoop experience, but not sure I have any useful tips.
I got my hula hoop in January. 3lb weighted 36 inch diameter. I had never (even as child) used one. I kept it up for 55 seconds the first time I tried, it was exceedingly hard work. For the next couple of weeks I never matched that 55 seconds. My approach was to try every day, maybe 3 to 5 failures then stop. If I kept trying after that I was only courting hip bruises.
Then one day the hoop stayed up for over 7 minutes in one direction and 5 minutes in the other. That was in late January. For a couple of weeks I had more successful hoop days than unsuccessful ones. Sometime in early February I stopped having failures and seemingly can now keep the hoop up as long as I choose.
The biggest help was getting myself into what I call a state of mindful inattentiveness. Or distracted attention. Paying enough attention to hooping but not too much attention. I mostly open my iPad to 1980’s music videos on YouTube and hula hoop to a kinda MTV in its video playing incarnation.
Other than that, I’d just say at the beginning, when keeping the hoop going is the struggle just try 5 times (but try Both directions) or so then stop. If it doesn’t work that day, smile and put the hoop away until the next day. One direction (counter clockwise for me) is often much easier than the other for beginners, I read. As I said, I’d guess it took me two to three weeks before it ‘clicked’ mostly.
Rye6 -
Machka & Laura - Happy Birthday Have a fantastic year Celebrating3
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Allergies better today. My DH was fighting the symptoms yesterday as well. The immunotherapy is helping. But yesterday’s dust levels were a 12/12. The highest they measure so was a miserable day for everyone.
On dog food: I feed my fur babies ProPlan dry shredded for little dogs dry food. I add a container of Little Cesar’s split between 3 dishes wet food more as a treat. They also get leftovers from what we eat as treats, Greenies, Puperoni lean, and a chew stick from GoodTimes. One of each daily. The dry food is out all day for them. Sounds like a lot but none are overweight, one is 12 years old and the other two are both 6.
Going for my walk today. Hope I don’t meet up with any creatures. They are emerging from hibernation. We have a Kangaroo Rat trying to Nest in our car and last night smelled a skunk.
RV Rita in Columbus New Mexico5 -
Rita: I'm sorry that your allergies are acting up. Are they pollen related? I can't imagine a big mold & mildew problem in the area where you are staying, although I suppose it is possible. :flowerforyou:
Heather: I was curious about lamb and flageolet stew so I looked it up online. It looks yummy. I think DH would love it. I'm not a big bean eater, but the recipes I saw look good, and the photo with green beans as a side dish won my heart.
Lisa: Your chicken salad sounds wonderful. Yay for your DH! What a nice thing to do.
Julie in Eastern NC: I know that people use Apple watches to track fitness, but I don't actually know anyone who has one. It seems like you're getting great information and encouragement. Good for you! :flowerforyou:
Joyce: I hope you feel better every day.
Lanette: I hope you get more useful information from your next allergy tests. My allergies are mostly food related although I have had nasty reactions to Scotch Broom in bloom. I see less and less of it in our area. I think they've made a point of getting rid of it. It isn't native to our area and causes a lot of allergies in people. Good luck.
Peach & Lanette: I agree with you both about the social challenges that seem to come with retirement. We had lots of sailing friends and I'm still marginally connected with them, but since DH won't/can't go on the boat we're not actively involved with them any more. It is a big loss. I have regular contact with people from yoga classes, and they're a mix of men and women, mostly 50+. The fitness club is full of retired folks in the mornings. The younger set takes evening classes. I'm making new friends at the stable and that is a blessing. You might be surprised at how many "old women" are out there riding horses and taking lessons. The vast majority of my fellow students are women 50+. I'm picturing two very active groups--4H'ers and 50+. When the cutting horse classes are offered I also see a few young males & younger women. :flowerforyou:
wgail8464: You've found a good place for support. Come back often and get to know people.
(((Barbie))) I hope the tests go well and lead to improvements in Jake's health. Sometimes different meds can make a huge difference in quality of life.
Heather: You are making great progress in regards to alcohol and are both thoughtful and mindful about it. I'm committed to change as well. I'm not as successful at cutting back as I'd like. I'm not sure I can actually succeed unless I quit altogether. I've done it before with the help of Celestial Seasoning Peppermint Tea. It is a lovely evening drink and I plan to use it as my evening relaxer.
Sharon in Lethbridge: I adore my DDIL but am not as thrilled with DSIL. Neither of them spends time complaining to me about their partners--my son & daughter. I don't know what I'd do about it if I were in your situation. If you simply say nothing in response, do you suppose she'd catch the hint? She ought to be working on her dissatisfactions by trying for compromises with your DS rather than by complaining to you. :noway:
Machka: I LOVE this: "Some call it multi-tasking, I call it doing something else while I try to remember what I was doing in the first place." :bigsmile:
Janetr: Sending good thoughts for your DGS:
Rye: CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! :bigsmile:
Angie: Welcome to a great group. :flowerforyou:
We have a gorgeous and sunny morning, and I want to find a way to enjoy it. Maybe DH & I can take the dog for a walk a bit later in the day. It is too cold right now & the dog is at the groomer.
Katla in beautiful NW Oregon
Tibetan proverb: "The secret to living well and long is: Eat half, walk double, laugh triple and love without measure..."
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Today is Discover What Your Name Means Day!
"Discover What Your Name Means Day takes place during International Celebrate Your Name Week. It is a day to learn what your name and the names of others mean. There are many sources on the internet that can help you learn the history of names and what they mean. The day may also be used to give your name its own meaning—one that reflects who you are."
Michelle - I'm with you, just about anything homemade is better than the packaged variety. Cake icing especially!
Juliemouse - Ooh, Hot Hula sounds like fun! Wish we had a hula class of any kind around here. But take it easy on that knee!
Becca - I love your dancing exercise. What a lovely way to get in some movement! I only manage to "dance like nobody is watching" when nobody is watching.
Janet - Congratulations to your grandson, and to you for taking such good care of yourself!
Laura - Hope you are feeling better soon, and can enjoy your time with your granddaughter.
Rye - What a huge accomplishment! Congratulations on officially being a "normal" weight!
Angie - Sympathies on your injury. I had an accident nearly two years ago now, and was stunned to discover how fast my overall conditioning went downhill after a month of incapacity. Not to mention how long it took to get it back!
I'm still on names today. The internet says "Yvonne" is a feminine variant of "Yves," which was the name of two French saints. Or it's the feminine of "Ives," meaning archer's bow. Not very interesting, bue people do occasionally comment on the two French names in front of an Irish surname. (My first name is Camille.)
It's a beautiful day here. Too nice to sit inside at a desk, but at least I have a good window.
All the best to you today!
-Yvonne in TX4 -
Got a call from my cousin and his wife's cancer has spread to her hips and pelvis (she had it in her breast to begin with). He is feeling so helpless. She was first diagnosed over a year ago. They meet with the dr this morning at 8 (Vegas time) so they should be there now. Please send good thought and prayers.
Terry worried in VT8 -
Pollen and mold in New Mexico and other desert regions is surprisingly high. There are no tall trees to stop the wind so when it is windy, pollens, animal dander, and mold from farms and wild animals travels for miles. I thought my allergies would be better her but actually got worse and also kicked my asthma into high gear.
Almost time to travel again. Only waiting for missing paperwork for car registration then we are off.
RV Rita in Columbus New Mexico5 -
Quick posting this morning. WI today, down 1.8!!! Huge surprise when I stepped on the scale this morning, I have really watched what has gone in my mouth the last few days, but the beginning of my week was NOT good. I did some serious thinking earlier this week. I had great success with WW several years ago (lost 30 lbs, most of which I found before I started this journey) so I was asking myself "what did I do differently, what did I do that I'm not doing now?" The answer? I was allowing myself a REAL (in my mind anyway!) treat after dinner. This involved a few cookies and a pudding cup. So I went out and bought myself some arrowroot cookies and pudding cups and have had this after dinner the past few nights. The first night I did still snack later, but I had an orange, not a handful of cookies. Last night, I brushed my teeth shortly after my treat and that was it for me. I think I may be on to something! lol
Best wishes to those who are and have just celebrated birthdays! March seems to be a busy month for b-days in this group! Hugs and condolences to those whose hearts are aching and congrats to those celebrating victories (I'm one of those today!!)
Hope everyone has a great day!
Evelyn, Vancouver Island5 -
Also heard yesterday that one of my cats have thyroid problems and will need med for a while. When it rains, it pours. Watching the snow coming down. Wonder is we will get out of work early. If it gets too bad Dh and I will just head home.
Terry8 -
It's hump day!
Rye - thank you for explaining more about the hula hoop. DUH, I didn't realize there were such things as weighted hoops, altho I'm sure those of you using them have mentioned it several times. Other than bruises, have any of you who are using them had trouble with back sprain/strain? I never was coordinated enough to use the little plastic hula hoop when I was a kid, main exercise was picking it up off the floor like Wendy mentions. Maybe I'd have better luck with a weighted one? HHmm....
Janetr- wonderful story about your Grandson. What great news that he's found a special gal and you'll be at the wedding, both of you celebrating your successes
Heather - interesting about your cleaner - what a nice gift for her! I need to get back in the "clean out" and donate mode. Isn't it interesting to see what we have hidden away? I think I have 2 boxes of mis-matched old plastic containers that just need to GO into the garbage or recycle! Old plastics aren't good anyhow because of the chemicals in them from what I've read.
Terry - prayers going out for your cousin's wife and her family.
Yvonne - how fascinating about names. I finally looked mine up. It was popular in the late 40's - I was born in '51 so it wasn't unheardof back then. Possibly Welsh origin.
Katla - when I was allergy tested ten years ago, scotch broom was also high my list too. And we are surrounded by it here. That and cottonwood and ryegrass as I recall. And house dust. What really needs attention is whatever is lurking in potting soil and the greenhouse which closes my throat - losing my voice and wheezing just started last spring and I don't want to endure the summer with an inhaler if I can help it. Does your DH miss the social life or is he content to stick around home? My DH says me and the dogs and the cat are all the socializing he needs. Sheesh. I should be flattered? LOL! I'm heading to town after lunch to get some human contact!
Rita - speaking of allergies, so glad you are doing better. I've always heard the desert is great for people with allergies because it doesn't have the molds and plants we have up north here. But, dust is dust I reckon.
My friend who is still at Public Works said she'd talk to the supervisor about creating that little part-time job I was thinking about. After I retired, some of my duties were dumped on her. She too is part-time plus has missed a lot of work due to migraines and her duties are getting behind. So, we'll see.
Have a good day everyone!
Lanette
SW WA State3 -
Yvonne: According to the internet my name means "pure." I don't have a middle name. I think Camille is a lovely name. Your mom did a great job giving you two excellent names.
Terry: Sending good thoughts for your cousin & his wife.
Rita: What is your next travel destination? Have you chosen one already? :huh:
Lanette: DH has two good friends here in the neighborhood. One lives just a few doors away and the other lives in a floating home that is close by. Both stop by to see him now and then. All three love fishing, but DH isn't able to do it for himself anymore. There is a lake where people fish for trout in the season that is about 30 miles away. I wonder whether DH would be interested in fishing there. The movement of the water in his vision can be a trigger, even when he is ashore on solid ground. I don't know whether there will ever be an improvement. :sad: Good luck on the possible part time job. :flowerforyou:
Katla in beautiful NW Oregon
"Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can." - Arthur Ashe
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What I found is, Janet is a medieval diminutive of Jane. Jane originates in Hebrew language and means "God is merciful". I love this.
Janetr OKC4 -
HI Sisters and Happy Birthdays to all I've missed: Machka, Laura, Rita, ??? apologies to others...
Katla, you asked about staying safe while lunging Arrow. Use a long lunging whip to keep him out of your space bubble and remember, if you use the power of leverage to pull him off balance by his head, it will swing his butt away from you. I feel that you would really benefit from some Natural Horsemanship ground handling lessons where you will learn all about the Holy Grail of Safety and Control around horses. This means becoming the leader by controlling the space.
Horses are herd animals and you and Arrow are a herd of two. He is instinctively asking all the time, Am I the leader or is Katla the leader? The way he asks this is to try to move you out of his space by being rude, shouldering, threatening, kicking, pushing, pretending you don't exist, ignoring you...So you need to prove to him that you are the leader so he can stop worrying and stop challenging you. You do this by using ground exercises where you move him out of your space in all directions, by using energy and body language.
You have a space bubble that you protect. Don't let him in it. You are allowed to touch him, but he isn't allowed to touch you first. Leader privileges. You need to learn how to be assertive with him without going OTT and being aggressive. He will learn to respect you and follow your lead without fearing you, knowing that you are strong, confident and determined leader, worthy of entrusting his life to. So cop an attitude with him. Pretend that you are brave and strong. Always know exactly what you want him to do, then insist (politely at first but firmly) that he do it.
With lunging, you need to stay behind his drive line (point of shoulder) to make him go forward. If you get in front of the shoulder, your body language makes him turn. There are a lot of great books and videos to watch. So many wonderful teachers to learn from. Clinton Anderson is one very good one who explains things in great detail and step by step on videos. His videos Ground Work for Respect are highly recommended. Pat Parelli makes it fun by presenting it as a series of games to play with your horse. Monty Roberts started it off with his demonstrations.
You don't have to a horse whisperer to do this. Anybody can learn the body language and techniques and it is so important to know these safety rules so that you don't get hurt. Horses are BIG. All of these books I mention are available at my library (though I have my own copies of those and at least 100 others) so you should be able to find them easily at your library. A video is probably better because you can watch it over and over and see the principles in action and analyze exactly how the trainer is standing and using his or her body. Amazon has a huge selection. A live person to teach you at a class is the best because they will see if you are doing something not quite right and show you the correct way. I teach all my students these things as it is even more important than riding to stay safe and it helps your riding as well because the horse will be more willing to obey you.
Wendy6 -
Well a week into this bead journey, and I have 3 beads on my bracelet! Down 3 lbs, I will take.
I am preoccupied with food. In a good way. I eat a meal, and sometimes its euphoric. Especially if it has spinach in it! I plan meals. I know exactly what's in my refrigerator, and on what shelf its on. Is this normal? I mean is this called living with healthy intent? I am happier, not as stressed. Its the one thing I can control, and keep on top of. That alone keeps me encouraged.
Next Wednesday is husband's surgery. I know the first 3-4 days will be rough, as I will be sleeping here and there. My foods will be items quick. I think I will make a batch of oatmeal cookies on Monday. Then buy some fruit. We don't have a cooler of any kind, so meats and cheeses are out. Suggestions? I really don't want to buy anything except coffee. Taking my rice that just needs microwaved. Also taking my crystal light packets. Going to be doing a lot of walking in between keeping my husband happy, recouping. It will be a couple of days living the life of a wanderer, until I can stay in his room. I have done it before when he had the transplant, so its parring down life to its simplest things.
I have stockpiled my crossword puzzles and Sudokus, plus my tablet. Getting some Debbie Macomber books to read. Mindless drama!
Mentally, I so don't want to return to being a caregiver, as much as husband doesn't wish to be opened up again. But life gives you obstacles, and there's no avoiding them.
Hmmm a bit of a vent there....
Janetr, you are amazing! You shall dance, and your DGS will be so proud!
Rye, finally at a normal BMI... How wonderful is that!!! Just take your arms and give yourself a big hug! (Really now....I'll wait).... That's from me to you!!
Heather, OK my runner, just when you can't be anymore awesome, you turn into a runner??? I'm like on the sideline with a big poster that says "Heather's Fan Club"! I'm just so darn proud of you girlie!
Hugs to everyone today!
Becca
Oregon6
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