WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR FEBRUARY 2019

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  • KJLaMore
    KJLaMore Posts: 2,847 Member
    <3
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,630 Member
    Snowflake1968 wrote: »
    Machka - is there a way to save a post on MFP like on FB, I’m very interested in the article you shared but don’t have time to read it right now.

    I put it in my blog here on MFP, so you might be able to read it there ...

    https://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/Machka9/view/how-to-recover-from-10-types-of-demotivation-965811


    Machka in Oz

  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,630 Member
    Snowflake1968 wrote: »
    Still no news on the job, but in my dream I received the call on Friday, so I’m waiting patiently.

    Tracey in Edmonton

    Finger's crossed!

  • grandmallie
    grandmallie Posts: 10,105 Member
    I'm in full blown cold mode sneezing my fool head off..but will go to work as usual.. and just deal with it..they haven't gotten my DFIL up yet and I have to leave in 15 min.. not cool
  • klanders30
    klanders30 Posts: 2,569 Member
    kylia I am like you when I have little to do, I sink into being sedentary, when I have a long list of to dos, I get everything going full steam! This is important to recognize because when I eventually retire, I want to be fit, healthy and active--without structure and purpose I will most likely sink into a sedentary funk. Will have to set myself up with activities for sure.

    Barbie that kitchen pic says it all, it sure will feel nice when it is back in order. Is the new cupboard going to have pull out slides? It looks like it will give you plenty more storage.

    Yesterday I cleaned out the fridge and what a delight to have it all spic and span--

    Two hour delayed opening, roads are icy so am taking it slow and steady, be safe everyone.

    NYKAREN
  • csofled
    csofled Posts: 3,022 Member
    <3<3:):)
  • Snowflake1968
    Snowflake1968 Posts: 6,956 Member
    Machka9 wrote: »
    Snowflake1968 wrote: »
    Machka - is there a way to save a post on MFP like on FB, I’m very interested in the article you shared but don’t have time to read it right now.

    I put it in my blog here on MFP, so you might be able to read it there ...

    https://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/Machka9/view/how-to-recover-from-10-types-of-demotivation-965811

    Thank you!


    Machka in Oz

  • barbiecat
    barbiecat Posts: 17,211 Member
    edited February 2019
    :) It was too slippery yesterday for walking on the streets so I was sad thinking that the dogs and I wouldn't be able to go for a long walk. We were so happy to get about another inch of snow and more falling so we could go for a long walk before breakfast and then meet our walking friend after breakfast to walk together.

    :)Tracey, Until recently I walked alone because there was never anyone who could be relied on to walk regularly. I like to go out very early in the morning and on a very regular schedule. The woman I walk with now is someone I met while walking a few years ago. She could only walk early in the morning while her husband was still asleep. We liked each other and gradually developed a routine of walking together.

    :)Lisa, I am amazed at your energy level so soon after surgery.

    :)NYKaren, yes, there are five pull out shelves in my new cupboard. Jake and I have begun talking about what we want on each shelf. We keep a very minimalist kitchen so what we'll have is a way to store things without being crowded.

    :)Betsy, It's very interesting that even though you and I live not far from each other, the snow in your neighborhood made everything slippery and in my neighborhood the snow is powdery and perfect for walking with dogs.

    :) about TV--I watch TV only while riding my exercise bike and knitting. We have a DVR system so we watch only selected programs and at the time of day we want to watch. My husband's health requires him to be more sedentary so watching TV with him is a way we can be together while he is resting.

    <3 Barbie from snowy NW WA
  • SophieRosieMom
    SophieRosieMom Posts: 3,666 Member
    Barbie & Sue in WA - warm here, (35 f), not much rain predicted-in fact, some sun this afternoon, still plenty of slush - we are at 600' above sea level. Happy that dogs seem more comfortable in finding a good spot to do their business, lol. Anxious to head to town this morning and stretch my legs at Walmart (like the other 10,000 folks in our town will likely be doing - not really, lol, schools are open today. HOORAY!!) B)

    Tracey & Heather - the constant TV watching as we get older.... I saw it in my mom and her dad, both of who had dementia in their later years. I know I'm on the internet a LOT during the day, especially now when more house-bound due to the weather, but I bounce around a lot from site to site. Check this group. Go online to see product or cute fashion someone is talking about. Check weather. Pay bills online. Update budget on Excel spreadsheet. Go get a cup of coffee, hit the bathroom, lol. Check Twitter. Check Facebook. Run back to the office and see if I already have books someone is discussing. If not, go online and order book from library. Let dogs out. Back on the internet, check 10 day forecast for DH. Check emails. And that's just in an hour! It often takes me an hour or more to get this post ready. :*

    I worry a little that my DH isn't on the internet much anymore. He used to communicate a lot with his friends and relatives all over but doesn't do that much now. Actually, a lot of those folks he interacted with and Facebook too were bothersome - negative, making demands on his time. I think we both are less tolerant of conversations that are more "noise" than substance.

    Welcome new ladies! Tracey is right, we do seem like a tight-knit group but please just keep joining in when you feel like it, tell us about yourselves. All are welcome here. I often don't respond due to time constraints but I'm one that will hit "like" or "hug" on everyone's post that I catch.

    Wishing everyone a safe and healthy day! <3

    Lanette
    SW WA State
  • 1948Peachy
    1948Peachy Posts: 1,511 Member
    Nicole ~ I too hold my weight in the torso. I hate looking at myself in the mirror. But, I am 5'1" and need to lose 40 lbs to get back to a better look.

    Lanette ~ Sadly, I am on the internet constantly as well as watching the small tv that is to the side of my computer. I have recently realized that I would probably get a lot more done if we did not have a computer. LOL I used to read all the time and loved working in the yard/walking.

    Carol in GA
  • margaretturk
    margaretturk Posts: 5,262 Member
    edited February 2019
    Many homes here are suffering from ice dams here. They are caused by the warm air of your home melting the snow on top your home. Having your attic well insulated helps. It also helps if you have a pull down attic to insulate the door and do not open the door if you have snow on your roof. We are lucky we do not have this problem. I have called son to check on his new home.

    If your home it suffering from long icicles you might need to call in the pros to remove the dam. It causes even more problems if left alone.

    I am trying to get in the habit of looking away frequently when on the computer. I also put it on nighttime setting. I do need to be better about my night time T.V. watching. I rarely watch during the day. My main concern is macular degeneration. I believe too much screen time can be a problem if you are prone to this condition.

    :heart: Margaret
  • Katla49
    Katla49 Posts: 10,385 Member
    Barbie: From what the picture shows, you are going to love your new kitchen cabinet. :star:

    Machka: Demotivation is an interesting topic. I connect the concept with physical or emotional exhaustion. You’ve had plenty of both in the last year. I hope you’re able to rest and rebuild your reserves. :flowerforyou:

    Lanette: I rarely visit facebook anymore. I call or email the people that really matter to me. There is so much advertising and other clutter on facebook that it has lost its former charm. :grumble:


    Has anyone heard from Karen in VA lately?

    Katla in Beautiful NW Oregon
  • LisaInAR
    LisaInAR Posts: 2,020 Member
    Hugs back, Rori... many, many hugs back to you. Your smile stays in my memory, and your voice, and I know who you are. Just... hugs.

    Lisa in AR
  • 1948Peachy
    1948Peachy Posts: 1,511 Member
    (((Rori)))
  • cityjaneLondon
    cityjaneLondon Posts: 12,724 Member
    edited February 2019
    We went to Lidl and found a lot of real bargains. :D
    I cooked a tortilla española, which should have been delicious, but I accidently left the hob on a low light, so it overcooked. Still tasted good, but a bit dry.
    Then we decided to go to the French lecture. We really enjoyed it and chatted to a few people, in English! The lecture was about the history of French food so easier to understand and there were slides and a handout. I didn't know that the French way of eating is a UNESCO world intangible cultural heritage, but that pleases me greatly. B)<3 I was French in another life. :laugh:
    A good evening and we will definitely go again. The minute I hear French spoken I feel immediately at home.

    Love Heather UK xxxxxxx
  • klanders30
    klanders30 Posts: 2,569 Member
    Rori soup and going for walks and running errands, you are surely on the mend. ((( <3<3 ))) and strength to you, does a home aide come to the house for a few hours to relieve you a bit?
    NYKAREN
  • okiewoman510
    okiewoman510 Posts: 1,318 Member
    Greetings Ladies -

    Things here are continuing on same old, same old. I often think that is not a bad thing at all!

    My eating is under control at the moment and as a result the scale is steadily moving in a downward direction. If I keep this up, I'll be back to not having tight pants before I know it. I am not unhappy with the number on the scale, well, not too unhappy with it, but I am unhappy that my pants are a bit tight. I will admit that I had the thought before I started back down that if I was hospitalized and they wrote my weight on the board for all visitors to see I would be embarrassed. That got me back on track pretty quickly. Being as tall as I am, it takes me about 20 lbs to see a change in size.

    Hugs, prayers and a link to Pip's boot for whoever needs them.

    Okie in the TX Hill Country
  • grandmallie
    grandmallie Posts: 10,105 Member
    Well ladies I'm home.. today was ok.. the morning I was sneezing and stuffy but got better as the day went by,here is hoping maybe allergies
    Tomorrow Alfie goes to the groomers and then I go walk my pups then feed my FIL and then come back as I have s friend coming to give me a quote on painting the living room and possibly the cabinets,the ceiling ....then have to go cash and deposit my check ..the stupid direct deposit has a 30 day waiting period.. really? Big pain in the duppa.. and then pick Alfie up ,drop him home and go to my physical...
    Then take Dan to get his taxes done.
  • PurpleSparkles85
    PurpleSparkles85 Posts: 44 Member
    Checking in while I take a study break. You can get behind so fast but I’m glad this is such an active, supportive group of gals to be with. We had sun and no rain today!!! Just in time to have more rain tomorrow night. I was looking at some of the videos they had on TV for the 5 year anniversary of the gigantic sinkhole that opened up under the Corvette Museum— hard to believe the amount of damage there was, and all of those priceless cars. Time flies!

    Nicole—I am right there with you! I was thinking my vertigo was starting to go away but, this morning, NOPE! Keeping fingers crossed for both of us.

    Hello to those who are just joining us.

    Kathy in KY
  • skuehn48
    skuehn48 Posts: 3,049 Member
    Finally a little bit warmer today and no snow. It is even melting a little but will take a long time I fear. DD finally made it into work today although she went late. No choir practice tonight. Boo! I will miss it. Feeding horses and goats is a pain right now. Melting snow is flooding one of our shelters and the gate to the goat pen is blocked with snow that has fallen from the roof. I will be glad to get back to a normal routine. DH was unable to go to his infusion at the cancer center and has been rescheduled. I made chicken vegetable soup in the crockpot for tonight.

    Rori and Allie - Sending you healing angels.

    Lisa - Good for you keeping up with those exercises but don't sit too long at one time.

    Everyone take care, Sue in WA

  • pipcd34
    pipcd34 Posts: 17,288 Member
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  • pipcd34
    pipcd34 Posts: 17,288 Member
    stats for the day:

    bike ride hm 2 gym- 9.03min, 9.8amph, 137mhr, 1.4mi= 91c
    manual treadmill, walk- 40min, 126ahr, 147mhr, 2.52mi= 349c
    bike ride gym 2 dome- 6.54min, 131mhr, 12.7amph, 1.4mi= 74c
    bike ride puy 2 sumn station- 18.04min, 10amph, 142mhr, 3mi= 182c
    walk/slow jog sta 2 wrk- 8.16min, 15.51min mi, 133mhr, .5mi= 78c
    walk wrk 2 sta- 5.48min, 12.03min mi, , 143mhr, .4mi= 68c
    bike ride dome 2 hm- 20.16min, 7.7amph, 152mhr, 2.5mi= 214c

    total cal 978

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