WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR FEBRUARY 2019
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Tracey, sorry to hear about your furnace. I hope the repair will be as simple as you hope. My husband and I have an agreement about eating. I make sure that there is plenty of food for him to fix things he likes for two meals a day and I make sure that I prepare a meal that he likes at midday. He needs a lot more variety in eating than I do.Kathy, I hope you have more relief from the vertigo. Walking was fun in the moderate snow we had overnight. The dogs and I had a great walk and then I went out by myself and walked for an hour. I wanted to walk as much as possible because we'll have a bunch more snow starting at noon. Here are Sasha and Bessie walking on the path I shoveled in the snow. The coats keep them warm in the below freezing temperatures.
Barbie 7 -
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Hi Ladies......New to this group....but not new to MFP. I've been on and off for a looooooooooong time......and now I'm back because I'm the heaviest I've ever been and just miserable in my skin.
I've been learning lately how to be "mindful" and keep a positive outlook on life....Now to just get back to exercising and food logging I know it works, because I've done it before!!
Seems like a fun group of ladies, looking forward to getting to know you
Nicole
PS....I'm 50, 5'8", currently weigh 181, wish to weigh 161 (then I'll re-assess), I have 3 grown sons, and live in New Hampshire 5 -
Welcome Nicole!
Okie in the TX Hill Country1 -
Welcome, NIcole, It has helped me to come to this thread every day and join in the conversation. Having encouraging friends has helped me on my weight loss journey. Barbie from beautiful snowy NW WA 4
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Snowflake1968 wrote: »Barbara - I admit I am not the best at US geography and Oregon is one State I have never visited. I assumed based on my lack of knowledge it was closer to Alberta weather wise. Thanks for the lesson!
Barbie - I think I could live with your meal plan quite easily. Hubby could not, I don’t think.
Margaret - was that Fred Rogers documentary on PBS? I meant to record that and forgot. I hope I can find it again. There are no children’s programs now that have an adult figure to look up to like those in the 60’s - 70’s. I remember Mr. Rogers, Captain Kangaroo, and us Canadian’s had Mr.Dressup and The jolly Giant.
Lanette - my Brother is cursing a new laptop too. The motherboard went in his after a year. He is fortunate to have purchased the extended warranty so it is out for repairs now. We love is such a disposable society, nothing is made to last.
Katla - I think I would be pitying myself too. I must not be fully awake yet as I read your comment to Lanette and my first though was “how can she keep an apple for 10 years without it rotting”. That took me a minute and then gave me a good laugh at myself.
I woke up this morning after having the nicest dream. In the dream I received a call for the job I truly want. The lady on the phone told me all the questions that I would be asked and repeated several times to just be myself and not nervous. The interview was scheduled for Wednesday at 2. I so hope this is is a sign. I have never wanted a job as much as I want this one.
My smile faded fast after getting up as I came out to the kitchen and my husband tells me that our furnace is acting up. It will not start on its own, it tries but doesn’t actually kick in. It has been working overtime for 2 weeks straight now and from the forecast has another couple weeks to go at least. We think we know what is wrong and will order the part off Amazon tomorrow when we have some money come in. We just have to pray it keeps going until then.
Tracey in cold, snowy (Again) Edmonton
Yes it was on PBS on Saturday night here.1 -
Hello I was reading all the comments and this seems like such a nice group. I am 56 and my goals for February are to get back on track and lose some weight that I gained. I lost 30 pounds on WW and gained 20 back.
I have hashimotos thyroid which doesn't make it easy to lose but I know it can be done.
8 years ago I lost my eldest son at 19 to cancer and lost a lot of my energy. I am thankful for my younger son who is 23 and helps me to keep going.
I Look forward to hearing all your ideas to stay motivated and all the things you accomplish along the way8 -
Happy National Don't Cry Over Spilled Milk Day!
"In one of its oldest forms, the proverb was 'No weeping for shed milk' as referenced by James Howell in 1659. ... There is no changing what is done and crying over it serves no purpose. Everyone knows that unexpected or unplanned things happen in life, sometimes on a daily basis. With a positive attitude, life is much brighter and easier." As we all know, this is especially good advice for those of us trying to stick with a weight loss plan!
Lisa - Glad to hear you are recovering well from your surgery!
Kylia - I feel for you, being so far away from your aunt, especially since her setback. I know they do tracheotomies all the time but it still sounds scary. I hope she continues to recover well from her fall and can return to her independent life soon. I remember all too well how frustrating it was during our years in New Mexico to be unable to be there when a loved one was ill... I lost both grandmothers and my mother before we finally moved back to Texas, and I feel like I lost precious time with all of them.
Machka - I can't speak for anyone else's use of "cheat days," but every now and then I just need a break from obsessing about food. Now and then I just want to order a meal at a restaurant and enjoy it instead of picking it apart to figure out how to log it. My cheat days often correspond to times when I'm travelling or occupied with other things, and I'm often more active during those times as well so it tends to balance out. It doesn't generally mean that I go nuts and stuff my face, but I occasionally give myself permission not to worry about tracking for a day or two and just stick close to the lifestyle changes and eating principles I've learned. It seems like good practive for maintenance, and if I don't do it I sometimes feel as if I'm pre-occupied with food and weight to the detriment of other important parts of my life.
Katla - Sending good vibes for your dog. It's so hard to have one of our furry "children" sick!
Heather - Wishing your friend peace, relief from some of the symptoms that are causing her difficulty, and a painless ending when the time comes.
wessecg - Adorable puppy - I envy your puppy breath fix! You're right, that is too early to separate the pups from their mother but a lot of people who breed mixed breeds with cute names aren't exactly responsible breeders. Hope your daughter's little love continues to do well!
Trucker - Sorry about your shingles, and now I'm outraged... you mean even if I manage to cough up the money for shingles vaccine I could still get shingles?! Hopefully your case is at least less severe than it would have been otherwise, but it still sounds awful.
Lanette - Love that t-shirt!
Welcome to the newcomers!
I ended up commenting on ancient history as I caught up after the trip to New Braunfels for the AMTA state convention. This morning I weighed in at 0.8 pound heavier than before I left, so I did okay. I know from experience that fraction of a pound will disappear after a day of full hydration. It helped that I let Philip drive to the convention most days so I did a lot of walking to get around. I think we'll actually be staying home for a month or so now, and I'm looking forward to it.
Now I need to brave the cold to bring in some stuff from the camper. I'd let it stay there for awhile, except the shoes I wear on the ski machine are out there and it's workout time. I don't really mind the cold, but the 40-degree swings from one day to the next are trying. When we arrived in New Braunfels it was in the high 70s and we briefly considered turning on the air conditioner, then after an overnight front the temps plummeted to the low 30s and we hadn't packed for that. Luna and I did a lot of walking around in the cold and sleet. This being Texas, I guess we need to keep a swimsuit and a winter coat for each of us in the camper at all times.
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B4leaving, many restaurants here put a heart or other symbol on the menu next to their healthier dishes. Or check the restaurant’s menu online before you go. That’s how I expanded my restaurant choices since I’ve recently had gastric bypass surgery.
Viv York UK, i hope you had a great time. I hope to visit the UK to see friends in Ireland and hope to do some AirBnB sightseeing through London and surroundings if I do.
Heather U.K., your preferred mode of dining is what I envision myself doing when I’ve recovered enough and gained enough strength to cook. Your meal plan, reduced to a total of 600-700 calories a day, is about what I can eat now. Perhaps a bit higher on the protein, as I need 70g a day of that. I’m so glad you’re taking it a bit easy as you recover. You’ll both be back where you were in no time.
Machka, i wonder if the “dinner at the table” thing might not be around something like time to enjoy your undivided attention, since you two came so close to a final parting? My DH got that way in his last few years after a big scare with pneumonia. BTW: Woo! That weather forecast! Below my elev. of 660’ most of the precip is falling as rain, but I’m getting more snow. It’s supposed to intensify later and go on until tomorrow AM. However, the general trend for next week looks promising for a bit of a thaw.
Margaret! im also anxious to see the Fred Rogers bio and the Tom Hanks film based on his life. He and Pres. Carter are two men I admire greatly as well as some I know in my own circle.
Katla, Macs are “da bomb” as my grandkids would say. It’s snowing AGAIN/still here near Seattle in the foothills. My DD and DSIL made it out and are picking up non-fat milk for a recipe and protein shakes. Yay!
Hi, Nicole! Welcome! I Sharon. I’m 75 and have struggled w weight all my life. Peak was 262.2 last summer. Jumped through the hoops and had bypass surgery last month. Your weight loss needs will be much enhanced by this bunch, not to mention I, at least, feel as if I have met a wonderful bunch of friends here. Keep in touch!
1985Nurse, hello! Tell us what you’d like to be called and where you’re from, please. Sorry to hear of your loss. It’s unimaginable to anyone who hasn’t been through it.
Yvonne! Please don’t give up on the shots based on my experience! The doctor said I’m one in 5000. And my case IS fairly mild, but I’ve always been super-sensitive to itchiness, and now that the blisters have come I hate to go back to my tax prep job with H&R Block Friday. It’s a bit embarrassing. I look pretty battered.
I will make a second post very quickly showing my progress pictures, then I’m done until tomorrow.
Sharon, snowed in Near Seattle2 -
Watched a programme tonight called 'The Secret Lives of Naturally Slim People'. They followed two skinny women who appeared to eat whatever they wanted and didn't do any exercise.
Of course, it turned out that one of them was just on the go all day and burned off her calories. She also cooked dinners from scratch. The other seemed to be continually eating, but she only took a few bites of things and threw nearly all her food away. She felt full really quickly.
So no magic then. :bigsmile:
Lessons to be learned - Sitting a lot is very bad for you. Big portions are bad for you. Well, we knew that.
Next week they are going to look at a couple of skinny men.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxx
Welcome 1985Nurse. A terrible thing to lose a child. So sorry. 4 -
1st Set 8/31 262.2 my heaviest 2nd Set 12/16 pre-surgery 228.2
3rd Set 2/11 my present 208.311 -
Not far to Onederland, Trucker!
Love Heather UK xxxxxxx3 -
Great progress, Trucker! Thanks for sharing.
I’ve overbooked myself again, but at least I’m caught up on reading.
Later,
K
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Yeah Trucker! Great progress. Love your Goofy shirt!
Okie in the TX Hill Country3 -
Looking good Sharon!0
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Well I get a call from my mortgage company saying my homeowners ins needs to be renewed.well no it doesnt... I'm good through June will have to sort this out tomorrow...
Under calories today which is good..and only ate 1/2 my salad so have the rest for tomorrow...
Sharon your looking great keep up the good work...2 -
Sharon, love the pictures of your journey.
Welcome all newcomers. This group helps me with information and support.
More snow. It is really coming down. I’m really careful walking but have fallen three times since the snow started last week. Haven’t done more than hurt my pride each time. I’m so bundled there is lots of padding to break my fall.
I’m not getting in my steps but I’m using my mini stairstepper.
Can anyone tell me how to post a spoiler.
Betsy in NW Washington with snow and more snow.3 -
snow's on the way for Hudson Valley of NY, DH has the day off tomorrow as well so we will enjoy it together. I plan on staying cozy and perhaps do a little decluttering. Stay warm and safe everyone.
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Walked on the treadmill some and then took the Next Level class. The plan for tomorrow is to do some the Power hour class. I like that class and (yea!) I just found out that I can do spinning on Wednesday
Kylia – what good news about your aunt! Thanks for sharing
B4leaving – I know how you must feel about the sodium at restaurants. I find now that I’ve been limiting no sodium (not purposefully) that things taste REALLY salty to me. Have you ever asked the restaurant to make the food without salt? I doubt they can do that with soup, but maybe with other things? I’ve never tried it, I wonder if they can?
Exercised, then a lady at the condo helped me with my crochet, laid out by the pool (I WILL NOT go home with white legs), went to Lowe’s Hardware then WalMart then back to Lowe’s. Getting dinner ready now.
Margaret – what a great quote! Thanks for sharing it.
Kathy – good thoughts being sent to your DIL
Tracey – how I do hope you get the job. Wouldn’t surprise me if the dream was a good omen
Nicole – welcome
1985nurse – welcome! I’m so sorry about your older son but glad you have your younger son to help you emotionally
Yvonne – sometimes I, too, have a cheat DAY. The operative word there is “day”. It’s so easy to make 1 day become 2 and so on. I had a “cheat – no logging” day yesterday. Normally, I wouldn’t have had the nachos and cheese, but one day didn’t kill me. I am back to exercising and logging today. Actually,I exercised yesterday, but still….
Michele now in FL wearing shorts
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stat for the day:
ride hm to dome - gym closed- 33.03min, 5.1amph, 125mhr, 2.7mi= 186c
walk sta 2 wrk- 12.24min, 21.38min mi, 123mhr, .5mi= 67c
walk wrk 2 station- 8.57min, 15min mi, 145mhr, .5mi= 81c
ride dome 2 hm- 32.55min, 4.8amph, 145mhr, 2.6mi= 288c
shoveling snow- back alley and deck- 27.25min, 117mhr, = 155c
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Sharon, thanks for the inspiring photos of your progress...you are so committed and courageous. time to take the dogs out in the snow again. This will be a short walk but since it's snowing I'll wear all my cold weather gear--my indoor clothes (jeans, fleece lined leggings, wool socks,merino wool base layer turtleneck, long sleeve cotton shirt, wool sweater, fleece jacket) plus my outdoor clothes (New Balance waterproof insulated boots, L.L Bean coat rated for coldest Maine winters, wool scarf, wool balaclava, wool hat, gloves.) Also blue tooth headphones that act like earmuffs for extra warmth. 7
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Barbara - I think I just figured out favourites - thank you. That will help. I'm Shannon! MFP won't let me change my name again. I guess you're only allowed to change it once. I'll try to remember to sign each post like you guys with my name and location - what a good idea!
Margaret - I'm really looking forward to seeing that Fred Rogers documentary. He was one of my heroes as a child and probably the only stable thing in my childhood!
Sharon - thanks for the information about the heart symbol on menus. I will look for that!
Michele - I could probably ask, yes, but I go out so little and I'm actually nervous in restaurants, so I probably won't remember. I'll ask my partner if he'll ask next time. He's good at that sort of thing. Thanks for the suggestion!
I went to the eye doctor/surgeon today and it looks like I'm going to have eye surgery. The good news is that it's laser surgery and seems to be quick, easy and not painful so that's different - if only all surgeries were like that!
Hope you're all having a great evening.
Shannon in Ontario.5 -
What a day. After another sleepless night, I had 22 people here for book club. We reviewed The Lilac Girls a very good book. I thought I was right on time getting everything ready and one lady came 15 minutes Early! Anyway it all went good. I’m not used to planning for that many people so I bought too much food. We had sandwichs, fruit tray, veggie tray, cake and cookies. So I sent some home with friends and froze the rest.
Sharon- you are doing so good. Keep up the good work.
Welcome to the new folks. Come back often. Don’t get discouraged if you can’t keep up with every post. It takes a lot Of time but the ladies on here are very wise and supportive.
Suebdew in TX5 -
This is one of the tables. Should have taken one with all the food displayed lol
SueBDew in TX11 -
We dress up in my workplace. Actually, unless you're a labourer or tradie or something, most people wear uniforms and/or dress up in Australia (from my observations). It probably comes from the fact that most school children wear school uniforms.
Anyway, I wear a lot of skirts because I don't like the way pants fit. Right now, I'm looking for a plain dark navy skirt to add to the collection, and do you think I can find one? I figured I'd just go out and buy one ... but each time I've had a few minutes to slip into a shop at lunch, I've come away empty-handed. I almost bought one today, but I do have a second qualification ... dark navy AND even just a little bit stretchy. Sitting all day in a skirt with no stretch at all can get quite uncomfortable, and the one I debated about was the right colour, but didn't even have a hint of stretch.
Maybe navy will start appearing more as we get closer to winter.
Machka in Oz3 -
Well, Victoria has gotten way more than it's fair share of snow in the last few days. I think it's stopped for now but we're supposed to get another 5-10 cm (that's 2-4 inches) overnight. The road crews have had a heck of a time keeping up, in fact there was a "no travel" advisory for today. In other words, if you didn't NEED to be out there, then just stay home. I had such a lazy day! Had plans for doing a bunch of stuff in the house, nope, binge watched Netflix, worked on a blanket for the expectant couple across the way and that was about it. I did eventually do dishes, we do have a dishwasher but there is some stuff that I don't put in there, so got that done. Did not get a lot of sleep last night, not sure why. I brought in the hummingbird feeder last night so it wouldn't freeze, I guess I didn't want to oversleep and let the poor little ones go hungry! One did anyway, poor little thing, it's been snowing so much, and I forgot about it for a few hours, and it couldn't find the openings, it was all covered with snow! It was also half frozen, so I brought it in, cleaned it off, thawed it out and put it back out, only took me a few minutes, but I didn't see the hummer again. Hopefully I just missed seeing him. We have 3 or 4 that come around very regularly, so pretty and fun to watch.
Sue, your table looks lovely! I can't imagine doing food for that many people with fancy tables too! I just don't have the space!
Lisa, sounds like you are moving in the right direction!
I had a pleasant surprise when I jumped on the scale this a.m., official wi day, I am down 1.8 from last week! Not sure quite how that happened as I haven't been logging, and while I have been trying to at least pay attention, well, that's not going so well either. Anyway, I'll take it and not complain! And I will try to pay more attention this week. Might have to get creative with exercise, not going to be leaving the house tomorrow either, I don't think. The snow is supposed to stop tomorrow afternoon/evening, so roads should be quite passable by Wed afternoon when I have to go to a dr appointment. Had some fun getting home after work last night, it was snowing so much, we had about 6-8 inches already, and the driveway into our townhouse complex is quite steep. We do have a contract with a guy who is supposed to plow, well, by 6 p.m. when I got home he hadn't been yet. I got about half way up and then started to spin out, tried backing down, putting it in a lower gear, nope, couldn't even get up to the original spot. Ended up walking up to the house, grabbing a shovel and shovelling a path up to a slightly flatter area where the car was okay with the snow. It hadn't been packed down too bad yet, and, unlike normal Victoria snow, it wasn't really wet and heavy so I was able to move quite a bit of it fairly easy and get down to the asphalt. What a pain! Oh well, a good calorie burn! lol Hubby came and helped after I'd been shovelling and moving the car up for about 15 min, you know, shovel 6-8 feet, move the car to that spot, shovel some more, move the car, repeat....
Okay, enough whining about the snow! lol I know that a lot of you ladies get a lot more snow that we have to deal with her, but our city is built for rain, not snow. Our drivers are also, for the most part, built for rain and not snow. I grew up and learned to drive in snow country, so I am more comfortable driving in it, but I have been away from it for a long time and I just don't like it as much anymore!
Anyway, hugs for those needing them, congrats to those celebrating and welcome to the newbies!
Evelyn, on snowy Vancouver Island4 -
Welcome Nicole in NH and 1985 nurse! I’m a nurse too, graduated in 1981 and married in 1985. Time flies!
Sue-table is so pretty! From the picture, your dining room furniture looks just like mine.
One more day of solid rain to go. We are already 3 inches over our usual monthly total for rain, and it’s only the 11th. Sheesh!
Nothing much going on today. Just plugging along. Everybody take care.
Kathy, getting soggier in KY4
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