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WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR APRIL 2018
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We just got news a few minutes ago that we will be great-grand parents again. This is our Navy grandson who is currently out to sea on an air craft carrier. October 20th is due date given, and we continue to grow
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Janetr OKC16 -
Congrats Janet - your family seems so big and happy!5
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Hello Everyone! I have been on a thread for almost two years and over time it has evolved from a chatty group like this to mostly just posting weight loss challenges and the accompanying numbers. That does not motivate me very much and since I'm an introverted extrovert, I do better with friendships at a distance, so this group seems great!
I'm 69, retired, divorced for many years. Mother of three, grandmother of 7, and great grand of 1and 3/4! In the photo I'm the one in the dark shirt. The other one is my best friend of many years. We were on our way last year to Disneyworld, with her daughter and family and they had crafted Mickey and Minnie ears for all of us. We obviously enjoy being silly with our grands!
I live in Nashville, TN mostly, although I have a place in Chattanooga as well. I travel a lot from time to time. My granddaughter is a flight attendant and I have flight privileges from her, so sometimes I fly, but I love road trips best of all. I also love camping and all sorts of outdoor activities. The beach is my favorite place to rest and restore, so I go there as often as possible!
I started working at weight loss after a serious health problem, which came to light when I couldn't seem to recover from a near fatal episode of pneumonia. I started at 307 and lost about 50, then this past fall I had a serious bout of depression and gained about 20 pounds and then maintained that through the winter and now I'm back on the road again to a healthier and happier me. My first goal is to get rid of the 20 lbs and I'm happy to say I'm down 5!
Looking forward to traveling along with you guys! Holly13 -
Congrats JanetR, great news
Pip - The wooden bike is spectacular. Does Kirby ride it? I would be afraid something would happen it it.
Rebecca - actually, we rode in a golf cart so didn’t get that much exercise but did swing a lot! Also as part of the tournament, we had a huge hamburger lunch. I brought half home and had it for dinner. Yesterday was 85 degrees today 50’s and windy. So, I will go to the Y this afternoon and do machines and elliptical. I
I was in a 6 year research study at UTSouthWesternMedical Center to determine the correct formula for the AREDS II vitamins for macular degeneration. There was a part of the research done by Duke Univ on the affects the different vitamins had on mental capacity. Today was my exit interview and after 6 years of vitamins and 6 years of follow-up the study is ending. So glad I was a part of the research done and hope it is helpful to others with Macular Degeneration.
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Congrats JanetR, great news
Pip - The wooden bike is spectacular. Does Kirby ride it? I would be afraid something would happen it it.
Rebecca - actually, we rode in a golf cart so didn’t get that much exercise but did swing a lot! Also as part of the tournament, we had a huge hamburger lunch. I brought half home and had it for dinner. Yesterday was 85 degrees today 50’s and windy. So, I will go to the Y this afternoon and do machines and elliptical. I
I was in a 6 year research study at UTSouthWesternMedical Center to determine the correct formula for the AREDS II vitamins for macular degeneration. There was a part of the research done by Duke Univ on the affects the different vitamins had on mental capacity. Today was my exit interview and after 6 years of vitamins and 6 years of follow-up the study is ending. So glad I was a part of the research done and hope it is helpful to others with Macular Degeneration.
Have a happy day.
yes kirby rides it. actually, this is his 1st day out with it for the season. it's his summer bike. we both rent bike lockers so when we are at work, they are enclosed and safe.5 -
I lost my post! :sad:8
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Naughtiness I was the brain behind the pranks. We were discussing all the bomb scares in schools at the time and my brother took it on himself to call one in for fun. I got blamed, taken to the local police department where the fear of God was put in me. I was banned from Prom and the Junior Senior dinner. In reality it wasn’t that bad of a punishment for me as I wasn’t really big on social gatherings. Still not.
Karla thanks for the yoga info.
Rebecca I have started going longer and longer between leg shaves. I have dark hair below my knees so I may still shave. No hair under arms though.
Terry Hardwearables are cool! Something I would buy!
Heather living your book. About halfway through. Bringing back locks of good and bad memories.
Lanette both my grandmothers lived to over 90 and were “stout”. My mother is ‘82’ and also is ‘stout’. Seems we all have been on diets all our lives!
RV Rita8 -
Dana ~ Prayers said for your friend's daughter. What a tragedy for such a lovely young woman.
Carol in GA6 -
Holly in Nashville ... Welcome! I'm heading your direction next week to pick my son up from Lipscomb.5
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Felicia, I had 2 co-workers who went temorarily blind, or had visual disturbances similar to yours. One woke up blind like you did, had his wife take him immediately to the ER and it turned out to be the first manifestation of severe diabetes. The other had an episode mid-day, went to ophthalmologist, who found nothing. Her vision returned and she went on with her life. Two days later she had a massive stroke. Turns out her episode of blindness was a TIA. So not to alarm, but please get thoroughly checked out.
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I lost my post! :sad:
MISERY LOVES COMPANY!!!! I just read and commented on 10 frigging pages of this thread and then made a tiny little mistake and lost the whole thing. I am now licking my wounds and glad Katla is miserable with me. Although I am sorry you lost your post, Katla.
Welcome, Holly. We will chat your ears off.
Karen in Virginia again
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Hi all!
So sorry Dana.
Such a vibrant young woman. 
Thanks Rita!
I'm exhausted so this will be short.
There might be a chance that our buyers could proceed without selling and rent out their place instead. Waiting to hear their final decision.
The antibiotics don't seem to be getting a grip on the cystitis. Still not good. Usually they act quickly.
I've been looking after the grandchildren all day, but they have been really good. Bea's talking is really coming on. Still tiring though, even though they are delightful. I keep worrying about the cystitis. Let's hope it starts to subside.
Much love to all, thanks again to all the readers
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Lots of love, Heather UK xxxxxxx9 -
Yesterday is History, Tomorrow a mystery, But today is a gift. Blessings, Vicki GI, NE8
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Hi ladies,
Dana, I’m sending good thoughts Lisa’s way. I totally understand why her mom is worried. And to have returned from Afghanistan and then have something happen here. Life is so confusing sometimes.
NYKaren, thinking of your too.
Janet, Yeah! More baby pictures. Congratulations.
Campfireque, Welcome and congrats on the 5 lbs. You are on your way.
Heather, fingers crossed for you and the buyers coming through for you. Glad the antibiotics are helping.
Rainy and colder today (53f – 12c).
Hugs, Terry4 -
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KetoneKaren wrote: »I lost my post! :sad:
MISERY LOVES COMPANY!!!! I just read and commented on 10 frigging pages of this thread and then made a tiny little mistake and lost the whole thing. I am now licking my wounds and glad Katla is miserable with me. Although I am sorry you lost your post, Katla.
Welcome, Holly. We will chat your ears off.
Karen in Virginia again
While I really am sorry you lost your post, I did laugh at about misery loves company. (((hugs)))
Janetr OKC6 -
It's Hump Day!! This week husband and I are walking around the neighborhood instead of the gym. Husband still gets pains where his surgery was. Probably the inner stitches that are trying to heal. Any pronounced movement that really uses his abdominal muscles. He's hoping that this week of rest will help him.
I'm feeling better today. Up .8 lbs, but it was the pizza I had last week. I have my bracelet on my vanity, and when I get to 244.2 I will put it back on. Even sitting there it's a motivator. Wearing my bracelet is something I need to earn.
Haven't heard from Nuke son in about 4 weeks. He has a phone, and I have left messages. He has posted on Facebook, so I know he's not in some danger or something. That kid frustrates the heck out of me! I have told him I'm trying to let him be, but a message here and there saying I'm fine is all I need. The fact of the matter is he doesn't need me, he's 19 and a man. Booboo! My little Owain can't grow up!!!
Owain home at Christmas time! We are making coffee and chatting!
Well, my whining is over, time to be productive!!
Rebecca
Whidbey island
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Isn't this beautiful! From one of my FB sites.
Rebecca6 -
My mental rental cat Suki is getting into a summertime mood!
Rebecca
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Just shaved my legs in honor of you all.......12
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drkatiebug wrote: »Just shaved my legs in honor of you all.......
One less hairy homey!!!!!! Noooooo! Haahaa!
Rebecca
Mrs. Bigfoot to ya all!8 -
On the comment of shaving - after 9 major surgeries in 9 months, my right side no longer grows any hair, (legs,pits) however my left side still continues and needs saving every 3 to 4 weeks. The body reacts in different ways.
Holly - Welcome, it is easy to get lost in the chatter, but you need to stick your hand up> yesterday I cam e on and we had 130 posts since the previous day (whew - lots of reading)
Up today, sheets in the wash, stuff picked up cause the cleaner is coming, dishwasher on (the one drawer that works). About to take dogs out when cleaner arrives
Trish from OZ7 -
Karen in VA - are you back from the land of citrus and Phoenix?
Janetr - congrats on the new little one on the way! You and Marcelyn both have quite lovely broods! Love to see the big family photos!
Sharon - sending hugs. Glad spring has arrived (hope it stays!)
Heather - I'm crossing fingers your house deal goes through... sounds like there's a possibility things will get back on track
Rebecca - I am not surprised your DH gets pains from the surgery incision area. He's a tough fella if he can get over it fairly quickly. I was a weenie and needed a month (or more) from laparoscopic gallbladder surgery. And my belly button still hurts from time to time. And it was four years ago!
Kylia - hope your migraine is on the run. Sinus migraines are the worst - I hate taking anti-histamines because they dry me out too much. Vicks up the nose seems to work for me.
Barbie - love your white fence, it should last and stay in great shape for a long time. When we moved in here there was a huge white picket fence.... needed painting and the posts were starting to rot.
So we got a black chain link put up. Kind of invisible out here in the boonies.
The bachelor buttons I planted a couple days have sprouted! Marigolds too! I think I see some of the phlox peeking up as well. Time to move them onto another heat mat and off the kitchen counter.
Our new neighbors should be moving in any day - coming up from Tustin, CA. Last Sunday I had Rosie out in the yard and a younger fellow (40's) was out walking in the pasture. Rosie started up with her yapping so I went over to meet him and apologize. He said he was taking his mom on a "tour" of her new place with his smartphone from her recliner in CA, so I got to talk to her a couple minutes. She said she has a couple Pomeranians so they'll fit right in. We have plenty of trees and bushes separating the lots here in our subdivision so normally our dogs can do their thing and not see other 4 legged furry beasts.
Hope everyone is having a good day--
Lanette
Sunny SW WA State
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Hi y’all!
It’s raining again... I have been so sleepy today. Took a nap this morning and now, after dinner, I’m ready for another nap!
To just to let you know, I shaved the legs and pits today! Woo hoo!!
I’m down 5 pounds since last week! I know some is waterweight but I’ll take it!
So far so good! Keep on going and practice eating right, exercise and plenty of water.
Thanks for wishing Lisa the best and offering up prayers for her. Thank you.
Love,
Dana in Arkansas
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Dana, Snoopy dance for the 5lbs. You’re rocking it girl!
Still cold and rainy. I miss that warmer weather we had a few days ago. What a teaser.
Not much going on here so signing off for today.
Terry in VT6 -
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stats for the day:
1st day with full backpack
bike ride hm 2 gym- 7.34min, 136mhr, 12.5amph. 1.5mi= 72c
apple watch- 61c
ELIPTICAL- 28min, 134mhr, 115ahr, 2-4resist, 4incl, fat burner program, 123mhr, 2.6mi= 197c
apple watch- 218c
ARMDIP and CHINUP machine- 10.43min, 5sets of 10ea, in bwtn squats, 125mhr= 69c
apple watch- 60c
other- 13.48min- core exer, knee-ups, extended, then alternate, 5sets of 10ea, 134mhr= 99c
apple watch- 60c
bike ride gym 2 dome- 5.10min, 134mhr, 17amph, 1.4mi= 62c
apple watch- 47c
Bike ride puy 2 sumn sta- 14.29min, 148mhr, 12.5amph, 3mi= 143c
apple watch- 119c
jog sta 2 wk, 4.38min, 151mhr, 144ahr, 8.55min mi, .5mi= 63c
apple watch- 55c
jog wk 2 sta- 4.18min, 128ahr, 153mhr, 9.21min mi, .4mi= 70c
apple watch- 58c
bike ride dome 2 hm- 17.02min, 9min mi, 128ahr, 149mhr, 2.5mi= 181c
apple watch- 156c
total cal 9565 -
We have beautiful weather today. The rest of the materials for the vinyl fence arrived and the fence builder has been busy. I worked in the yard a bit and got rid of a lot of weeds. The woman who teaches the intermediate line dance class on Thursday has the flu so she asked me to teach the class. It took awhile to assemble the materials I needed for the class and practice some of the dances. It's a lot easier to dance in the back row than it is to be in front, provide instruction, and know that everyone is watching you and expecting that you won't make many mistakes. Stats for today:
*19,000 steps
*189 minutes walking Bessie and Sasha
*84 minutes riding the exercise bike
*plank--one minute 30 seconds
*an hour working in the yard
*some dance practice
*shopping at Costco to buy only what was on the list and eating no free samples9
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