WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR FEBRUARY 2019

Kylia - Prayers continue! Hugs!!

Okie in the TX Hill Country

Vicki- I love purple Roses! Unfortunately the ones available weren't too pretty, so my husband got me a dozen red for work. He also got me a mixed bouquet for home. The Rose's will come home today at end of work day.

Kylia-

Vickil57 wrote: »

Happy Valentine's day! My DH got me a dozen purple roses.

kymarai wrote: »

Vicki- I love purple Roses! Unfortunately the ones available weren't too pretty, so my husband got me a dozen red for work. He also got me a mixed bouquet for home. The Rose's will come home today at end of work day.

Kylia-

I used to have a bush of Ebb Tide roses (look them up!) ... they are a beautiful purple colour and smell sweet but almost spicy like cinnamon or nutmeg or something.

I'd love to get another bush of them sometime.

Machka in Oz

Kylia prayers...

Allie Benjamin Moore is a good paint. I did have stiicker shock when I painted our basement the price of good paint. I did wait for a sale that helped. It is best to use good paint it has more pigment in it and covers better.

The labor is more pricey than the paint. Are you buying the paint or does the painter? They often are able to get a discount on the paint just make sure he/she is buying a good paint. If you want to make sure you are getting the right paint you could go to where they buy the paint and tell clerk you are buying the paint for your painter to do the job. I did this a Hirshfields and they gave me a discount on the paint.

Margaret

Did Jari Love’s Ripped to the Core DVD. I haven’t planned any exercise for tomorrow because as I remember, last year we had to leave early to get to the races and I really didn’t have time to exercise. Update: since the races are starting later this year, we don't have to leave as early so I can get some exercise in

Went to WalMart early to get some candy on sale. I just like to have a little in the house. I’m lucky in that I can have just one small piece and be satisfied. At WalMart I looked for this yarn and I was very surprised at the limited selection they had. I’ll probably go to Hobby Lobby later today.

Evelyn – doesn’t it feel great when you get exactly what you want at a good price? Congrats on those chairs!

Heather – that’s why I do so many different DVD’s and other exercises. You’re so right, it isn’t good for the body to keep doing the same thing over and over. Eventually, your body gets used to the same thing and you wind up burning less calories. I like burning extra calories. I’m another one with real tight hamstrings. Even as a child, I could never touch my toes

At WalMart I found this shirt for St. Patty’s Day that I thought Vince would like me to have. Personally, I probably wouldn’t have bought it. Anyway it says “one lucky cat” and there’s a picture of a cat on the front. Vince liked it. Last night I found out that if you take your banana to Brewsters on Thurs, you get a banana split for ½ price and Vince has been talking about going to Brewsters. The shirt was in the girl’s department, but it was a size XXL so it fit me. Isn’t it sad that they need to have XXL’s in girls?

Lisa – I’ll try to be quieter. No promises, tho. 

Barbie – I quickly looked at your picture and at first I thought it was a picture of Alf (remember him?). Then I looked twice

NYKaren – have a great trip! How long will you be gone?

Tracy – I did get to lay by the pool today. Being on the river we get the wind. But that’s also good when you are laying by the pool – there’s always a breeze. Sunday’s weather is looking pretty good, in the 80’s. Tomorrow is supposed to be cooler and windy. But I don’t mind…I’ll be at the mall!

Katla and everyone else – if you’re watching the race Sunday, I’ll wave. I’m sure you’ll see me <snicker>

Sharon – love the eyes on the cat. I, too, am amazed how happy things that I get at the Salvation Army give me such joy. Plus…they weren’t outrageously expensive

Went to Hobby Lobby. Believe it or not, they have a VERY limited supply of Red heart yarn. They have lots of some off-name brand. I wound up getting another brand in the color I thought the gingerbread man should be. I made the other half of the stocking last night. I’m hoping to work on the gingerbread man that goes on the front in time for this one lady here to look at. Unfortunately, I forgot my phone for my 40% off coupon so I walked back to the condo then went back to the store to buy the yarn. Hey, it saved me almost $2

We just went to the ceramic place here. I got 5 of the 7 dwarfs, a Donald Duck and a Winnie the Pooh. I know that I want more, but at $15 each, I’ll wait and get them later. Plus….she doesn’t have a lot poured. She said she probably could have it ready for me to take home, but rather than having her pour and rush to get it done for me, I just bought what she already had poured. If one of my friends comes there, I’ll have them pick up more for me. Or else I’ll have her pour them for me for the next time I get down here. Then went to Aldi since we needed a few things. Home for dinner and I’ll work on the gingerbread man.

Saturday here: Did 30 Minutes to Fitness DVD at the condo. Didn’t complete the bonus section since my laptop was running out of battery. The plan for tomorrow is to do Amy Dixon’s Breathless Body 2 DVD.

Janetr – you sure to know how to get my heart to stop. Matthew is so very handsome

Kathy in KY – good luck on your test

I agree, Katla. This is a great group where you can try something you never thought of, don’t try something, get advice, different ideas, the list goes on and on. Thank you Barbie

Kylia – prayers for Aubrey. She’s such a trooper

Will be leaving in a few for Daytona (and me to go shopping)

Michele in FL who will be driving north

Greetings,

Feb Goals:
*lose 10 lbs. (down 8lbs as of today)
*Attend water Aerobics 3x a week
*Unpack the fitbit and start walking
*Record ALL food in MFP


I stumbled upon your group under the heading of women ages 50+...You ladies are quite an inspiration and seem like a sincere, no nonsense group of women.

My name is Mary and I am just beginning this journey or weight loss and healthy living! My Goal is to lose 50 lbs by June, 2019 and 75 lbs by December 31, 2019. I've lost 8 lbs. so far this month, so I am thinking it might be doable.

I am curious as to what strategies you are using. Ive been staying within the macro limits of 25% carbs, 40% fats and 30% protein. I had my calories set at 1,500 but never seemed to reach that, so instead of continuing to add food and feel over stuffed... I dropped it down to 1,200 calories with the same macro percentages.

Something I am struggling with is exhaustion! I started officially on Feb. 4th in a Diabetes Prevention class so I am getting weekly support, but I am truly exhausted. Just had all my blood work done in early Feb, so I can rule out low iron and B's. I haven't really changed my food too much (all fresh, no processed) just moved around portions. Any suggestions would help.

Margaret- he is buying it..friend of mine is doing the painting he is giving me a discount.. he usually charges 35.00 hr and he is charging me 25.00 quoted me 800.00 for what he is doing but there will be more to do this is just painting walls and ceiling..

Kylie, prayers and hugs.
Janet, oh my love that little Matthew, what a charmer and that shirt is just precious..
Barbi, I just want to say this group is so special as it stays away from discussions of politics and religion.

Mary, I also have 1200 as my daily calorie limit. I have begun to log every bite before it goes in my mouth. (Thanks Barbara) I learned that if I eat my calories in five small meals with two light snacks instead of three meals, I don’t experience the fatigue. I’m loosely following Dr. Mosley’s IF with calorie restrictions two days and I take a multivitamin daily. Has your tiredness appeared recently?

Second day of waking up to no new snow. Off for my second walk with Ella. Wishing everyone a great Saturday.

Betsy in NW Washington (where the snow is really melting)

Haven't added much since I came back 17 days ago. Looking at where I was in 2012 (was in the 180s, panicked and got down to 155). I remember back then being shocked at the ladies who was so excited to get under 200 pounds. Having been in the 130's most of my 30's and 40's I was shocked to have reached the 180s back then. Well all it took was 8 broken ribs in 2015 and another 6 in 2017 to enter me into the over 200 club. Shocking.

In June I'll turn 60. I was laid off of my job in March of last year, and will officially retire in 4 days. I don't really want to go back to work. Don't really have to either. My husband got laid off last year also, so we're both home now. I just had surgery where they removed my archilles, then a bone spur than reattached my archilles. It's been 8 weeks and I am limping around. Anyway, I decided that since I'd reached 205.6 pounds that there was no way I was going to gain more while convalescing this time. After a little effort I was down to 202.4 and that's the weight I put in when I came back to MFP 17 days ago. I weighed 199.8 this morning. 2.6 pounds in 17 days isn't much but it's under 200 and not bad for not being able to move much.

I've decided that when I'm walking better and the weather is warmer I am going to commit to going to the barn every day and work every horse even if it's only 20 minutes for each. I have 3 that need regular exercise. My newest is young and he will be the one I'll work on for respect on the growd and things like that. The other two just need to be lunged. But I'm thinking with the 3 hours of working horses combined with the barn chores, I ought to be able to get this weight moving.

I am looking forward to lots of riding and camping (my husband bought me a horse trailer with living quarters a year and a half ago). It seems to be a new era of my life, 60, heavy and retired. Soon to be 60, fit and having fun.


Cheryl in Northern Illinois

(((Kylia))) Prayers for your whole family.

Machka: Symphony under the stars sounds lovely. Could you have had a hotflash at the concert? :flowerforyou:

Mary: Welcome to a great group.

Karen in VA and NY Karen: I seem to have gotten mixed up with message sending. I had some questions about house hunting in VA and intended that message to go to Karen in VA. I have since realized that I goofed up in messages and apologize to both of you. :embarassed: I have also realized I need to let DS and DDIL work through house buying on their own. They’re both grownups. My family has always been full of advice givers and the advice is often unappreciated. It is time for me to step back from advice giving to my adult children. :ohwell:

Cari in N TX: Your whole family seems to be doing very well with diet & weight issues. It appears that you’re a good influence. Congratulations!

Mypointhome: I hope you’ll stick with us for support and encouragement.

(((Karen in VA))): I am so sorry that your pup Bailey is not doing well. Our pets are our fur children and it is hard seeing them struggle.

Cheryl in N IL: It looks as though you’re gearing up for good health and good fun. WTG!!! :bigsmile:

(((Lisa in AR)))


I haven’t been out to the stable in weeks due to low energy. I need to get out there this weekend to at least visit Arrow, and maybe ride. I will be giving my friend who owns him a call & set something up that works for her.

Katla in Beautiful NW Oregon

Barbie - I don’t talk about my goals or my diet and exercise with many in my real life. No matter how many times you say to someone, “everyone has something that works for them” as a polite way of telling them to be quiet. They just don’t get it and it ends up with me feeling judged and defeated. So now I don’t talk about what I do. I’ll listen to them go on about what “works for them” forever though.

Karen in VA - sorry to hear of your struggles, hope things settle soon for you.

Michele - can’t wait to see the finished dwarves and Donald, you are so talented at painting the ceramics.

Katla - giving advice to our grown children is hard thing to cut back, but when I follow through I’m refraining they seem to do well and if they falter come to me anyway.

I found the 16 rolls of lace I needed by going to 6 Michaels stores yesterday. I bought one for good measure. In the event someone cuts something wrong. I then stained 100 wooden hearts, sent a pic to my daughter, too light, stained again, sent a pic, too dark. I am now sanding lightly and taking the remaining stain to her house tonight. She promises she is not trying to be difficult. Neither am I, she can just do it.

I have the Grands today and they are anxious to start a project, so I should get on with it.

Tracey in Edmonton

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