WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR APRIL 2018

Talked with my middle son, and wife is doing well. She was bleeding due to an ectopic sp? pregnancy. Where the baby grows outside the womb. She had surgery to remove the issue, and they had to remove one of her tubes. She is a young thing, but the doctors told my son and her, they can still conceive, but it will be a bit more difficult. Son is handling things well, and at least she has stopped bleeding and everything. Poor gal.
Thankful at Whidbey
Rebecca

My mental rental cat Suki!

Katla - Those are not my pictures. My DDIL is good enough to send both sets of grandparents regular updates on their doings. We do see them more often than you are able to see yours, but the photos keep us going between times. Sometimes we send the kids a silly one of us! They love that. I occasionally do a Touchnote postcard for them which they can keep. Often it's six weeks between visits. Next week we are babysitting for two days and staying over. DDIL has a conference in London and the nanny is on holiday for two weeks. Last week the other grandparents babysat.
We do Skype them, but it is always utter chaos.
This house business has ÷×+%#× up our plans to get down there so we can see them more often. Don't you just hate some people?! Grrrrrrrrrr!

My cystitis is back. I thought I had conquered it during the trip, with copious drinking of water and cranberry juice, but it has returned. Just bothersome, not agony. Back to the cranberry. Will get some more today.

We had a big thunderstorm last night. Quite spectacular. The power stayed on.

It's the London Marathon today. DH's lovely niece is running in it. We have both contributed to her charity. Everyone hopes the temperatures will not be too high - especially for the fun runners who are costumed. Good job it wasn't last week - 29.5°!!
I will be watching on the TV and probably going for a run myself!
The niece is the loveliest woman, but has terrible trouble choosing the right men. Now she is 39, desperate to get married and longing for a baby. She may have her eggs frozen. She has a father who is a psychological mess, so it's not surprising.

Then we will pack a couple more boxes of books. That may be the last. 17 large boxes!

Going to make a veggie curry for tonight. My DH is unusual, I think, in that he absolutely LOVES vegetables. If he doesn't have a large pile of fresh, green stuff on his plate he would be upset. :laugh: When I first met him I found it odd that he wanted green veg with a pasta dish, but I do it automatically now. So our plate is at least half green. Or white, if it is cauliflower. Fortunately, he takes it upon himself to buy the veg regularly, plus all the fruit we eat. He checks on the stock. Tonight we have some left over bits to use up. I'll do it in the IP. There's yoghurt in there at the moment.
I have modified my cooking a bit for him. I like very spicy, oriental food, so I have that while he is at cricket. He does eat spices, but not so much. I can add that at the side, or put a bit of chilli sauce on top. I cook him extra potatoes, rice or pasta because he is very skinny. He used to cook more, but I took it over when I was calorie counting. Luckily he does all the washing up and keeps the kitchen clean. He also makes us breakfast in bed every morning - muesli with chopped fruit and berries. He makes coffee and tea regularly too and the stewed fruit dessert we have every night. At the moment it's home grown rhubarb. Yum!

I have been awake since 4 am this morning with the cystitis. Now it's 6.30. Botheration.

Allie - Ouch!

Janetr - Love the prom princess!

Much love to all, Heather UK xxxxxxx

Heather and Sharon, thank you on the nice compliments on Felicity. She's a very intelligent young lady but shy and rather unsure of herself. I guess all teenage girls think they are "ugly" in today's world. It breaks my heart. She's had a driver license since she turned 16, about 18 months ago, but she won't drive because it stresses her out, she doesn't keep a job for long because it stresses her out. At this point her schooling it much more important than a job. I pray she grows into her self-confidence and makes wise choices to become the amazing woman I know she can be.

Janetr OKC

We have rain today in Northern UK, after 3 glorious days of sunshine. Haven't seen what it's like in London yet for the marathon. For such a small country we get lots of different conditions in different parts.

My friend with the health problems seems much better, she went and had her hair cut, she took a taxi there (it is 10 minute walk for me) but walked back with her son. Her first time out for months. I told her baby steps, do 1 thing each day. She talked about employing a cleaner for a couple of hours each week. That's great but house needs thorough declutter and clean first. I have found a company who will do this and will give her the details, then it's up to her. Only hope she doesn't go into a downward spiral again.

HEATHER do take care of yourself don't let cystitis go on too long, you may need antibiotics

ALLIE ouch

Welcome newbies

Off to do KB workout, just wish I could be as consistent with my eating

Kate UK

morning ladies~
I am up having my tea...will run the dishwasher when I go to to feed DFIL havent been in 3 days and i miss seeing him..
I slept pretty soundly but both knees are swollen and sore. I have to be a bit more careful at least until i get insurance...
I can walk and will be easy today and do some cleaning around here.
supposed to be another nice day here so will try and maybe if its warm enough open the windows and get some fresh air in..

Good Sunday Morning!

First and foremost, THANK YOU all of YOU for continuing your support for all of us! I have been quiet on here, but reading every day. Just couldn't seem to catch up. You are inspiring to me each and every day. The ability to share the fears, worries, hurts, loves, struggles, strengths, and support is fabulous! Again, THANK YOU! I am not as eloquent as some of you but it is heart felt!

It really has been a crazy week. Probably need to take mower to rental and check on it as we haven't been there since Wednesday. Monday night was my massage. Masseuse says I am a mess and couldn't believe I had been stretching. I told her imagine how bad it would be if I hadn't been! Was off to grocery after that. Tuesday night was hair color. I love my colorist. The reds are my favorite and her specialty. While there her client prior to me was prepping for her final day of teaching. She is going with blue (like the purple one of you has) for her final day. I hope Spring takes picture. Sorry, didn't take notes and can't remember who that was. I love the wild colors, but my hair is too dark, so we just bleach it out in sections for brighter red. Back to work after that to organize the chaos from the day, and prepare for Wednesday. Wednesday we finished odd jobs at rental. Still haven't heard from realtor after her showings on Thursday. Ready to have that off our plate. Thursday I brought DH home to get his hair cut, and went back to work for another 2.5 hours. Our friend cuts it for him. It must be trust that I leave him with a long legged, big boobed blonde who has been his friend for over 30 years! Friday was work on car night. One of our friends came over to help him. I curled up in recliner as my knees were killing me and wanted to catch up here and do some work. That was my intention! Instead my DH woke me up at 930 and sent me to bed. I had been asleep since about 730! Guess I needed the sleep. Yesterday my knees still were bad in spite of ice, rest, and exercises. Was going to take some Tylenol, but every bottle we had expired in 15! Figured I would take some at work, nope, bottle empty! SMH! To add insult to injury, I tripped over a rug...grumble.... Thank goodness my husband was in front of me so I fell into him and not the massive shelves. Stopped and picked up Tylenol and KT tape. Came home, iced, Tylenol, and taped the knees. Rested until grandson's party. KT tape is an amazing thing! I fell about 3 years ago at work and tore the meniscus in both knees, jarred shoulder, and broke a wrist. Physical therapy and KT tape helped. There is arthritis there too that showed up in the MRI. Usually not an issue, but sometimes flairs up. I need to SLOW DOWN!!!! We get busy and I am trying to accommodate our customers and end up getting hurt. SLOW DOWN!!!! Luckily, the knees only flair up occasionally. Thanks to you ladies, I know I can be strong as I get older. Now I just need to do it!!! Today is laundry and paperwork. Also baby shower at noon. My oldest couldn't make it, but youngest daughter going. I am now the driver as SIL is moving horses this morning, and may be late. Could be interesting as I am taking my MIL, my niece, and my nephew's wife. None of them are really talking to each other.....long story.....Nephew's wife says she will just follow....really?!? grow up! Surely you can ride in a car with folks for 20 minutes. SMH. Oh well. To each their own.

Sorry so long. As I said has been a crazy week. Some comments I wanted to make and sorry if I don't remember who made all of them....

Machka - You are doing a wonderful job! You continue to inspire. It is so hard when life throws us major curve balls, yet you are doing it with grace and courage. Thank you for the updates and know you are always on our minds and in our hearts.

Heather UK - I am still reading. One of the things I find so fascinating is your memory of so many details. I am not that person. It takes others remembering things to help me find mine. Some have stuck in my mind, but others are filed much deeper apparently. Thank you for sharing and I will write a review when I am done.

I love all the pictures! The flowers remind me that Spring is around the corner. The babies are beautiful. The "children" growing up so fast.

For those working on this journey, I too find that at over 50 weight can be slow coming off especially when actually close to target weight. When I had my babies, I dropped 50 lbs in 6 weeks and had a great flat belly, but I was19 and 21yo. When I did family day care and originally gained 25 lbs while at home, it melted off when I went back to being a waitress (27yo). The dedication it takes to lose at 55 is a lesson in patience and determination. Wise choices and movement, but the older I get the harder it is to find the time and energy. I look forward to hearing from this group of STRONG women to keep me motivated. If they can do it, then so CAN I!

I often wonder how it is that in an age of modern conveniences, there seems to be less time.....I remember my mom always cooking dinner, sewing clothes, doing crafts and keeping the house (okay us kids had the chores and my mom never caught up on laundry , yet she still had time to visit with friends, write letters, send cards, go to bank, etc. That is the dilemma I face constantly. I am so tired at the end of the day, that just thinking about having to cook or clean intimidates me. We often end up with eggs for supper or eating out. Thankfully lunches are easier. DH eats romaine with cheese and crackers. I usually eat Tuna either on romaine with beans and tomatos, or even with just crackers or on bread. He is the plain meat and potatoes, I like veggies, yet often feel too tired to cook.... Will start trying one new recipe a week. Lord only knows I have all the appliances- microwave, timer on oven, crockpots, instant pots, and air fryer. I know I can do this.

Sorry again for so long, but wanted to let you know what is going on. I think I am going to implement the 5 minute quote this week. Spring is always crazy in my life with work, but I have great customers and love my job! I CAN do this!

(((HUGS))) to those hurting or just feeling down
High fives to those celebrating and succeeding!
Love to all!!!


Kylia in crazy life Ohio

Oh! That was the other thing, "difficult" people......I have to deal with a couple of them on a regular basis. It sucks! Normally I would just exit them from my life, but sometimes, that isn't possible, so I limit my exposure.

Heather, got your book yesterday and already a third through it! I love your style of writing. I couldn’t write that well if my life depended on it. Well done girl.

It might just hit 50 today. Yesterday was beautiful and warmer too. I had the door open while I cleaned and was so nice to air out the house after a very long winter.

Almost 9:00 and just relaxing in bed getting caught up. Guess I’ll get up and get moving. My jewelry is saying “Terry come work on me”. Doing it keeps me off that ankle too.

Snoopy dance for those who are doing well and hugs to those that need one.

Terry in VT