WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR MARCH 2019

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  • suebdew
    suebdew Posts: 1,330 Member
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    Played golf with dh yesterday and it was an awesome day. Today I had an appointment with my retina specialist. Eyes are about the same....
    Kelly - congrats on the coming grandchild. My son was two and a half when my daughter was born. She has red hair and one day he put comet in it to make it green as he didn’t like it red. I don’t remember where I was when this happened, properly going to the bathroom! I don’t know what kind of surgery you had but any surgery where you where put your sleep leaves your body needing rest. Take some time to recover.
    Allie- keep trying to find a better job. Maybe there is a full time job waiting for you.
    Welcome newbies. Always room for new folks.
    My daughter and granddaughter were suppose to drive down from CO tomorrow to spend a few days with us but unfortunately DD got sick so they aren’t coming. I was looking forward to their visit.
    SueBDew in TX
  • evie1958
    evie1958 Posts: 852 Member
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    Tracy, awesome news about the call back!
    Allie, sorry that you didn't get the job, but at least you're not waiting around to hear from them. So nice that you were able to mess up Michael's plans too! lol Karma really can be a b***h!
    Sue, sorry to hear that your family won't be coming to see you, but not sorry that they aren't bringing their germs with them!
    Dana, cute bunnies!

    Well, got a bit of dirt therapy today, not doing quite what I wanted, but doing stuff that needed to be done. Our yard is quite sloped, so we are trying to do some terracing in the back yard so that I can plant a flower bed. Hubby was using rocks, I didn't like it, but he was all gung ho, so I didn't want to burst his bubble. Anyway, that was last year. He only had one "side" done and this year decided that he wanted to use landscaping ties on the other side. So off to Home Depot we go, bought a bunch of ties and started on the project today. It's going to look really good! If I remember, I will take some photos tomorrow, totally forgot today so don't have a before of the "new" side, but can take a photo of the rock work and the, hopefully, finished bed tomorrow. I did clean out all of the planters today, got all the junk that the winter wind blew in. We live in a very treed area, mostly Western Cedar. They shed a lot, especially when they are stressed and the drought conditions of the past few years have them stressed. Not quite sure if I can do anything about that, most of them aren't in our yard and I can't water the whole darn forest! Hoping to actually get plants in dirt tomorrow, it could happen..... We live in a strata and there are a couple of flowerbeds along the driveway into the main part of the complex. I was weeding them last year, but apparently quite too soon in the year or something because the weeds were just taking over. I was going to try and start weeding again, but I really saw huge battle in front of me. A few days ago I was reading something somewhere and there was this recipe for weed killer, it's vinegar, epsom salts and dish soap. Cheap enough and safe for pets and the environment, so I mixed some up and sprayed a bunch around. The weather is perfect right now for doing that, it really does need warmth and sun to make it work. I guess the vinegar and salt burn the weeds, the soap is just to help it stick to the plant. You do have to be careful with it, it will kill plants that you like as well as the weeds! Anyway, we'll see how it goes. And speaking of going, I must go have a shower and go to bed. All that fresh air today knocked me out! lol
    Hugs for those needing them, congrats to those celebrating and welcome to the newbies!
    Evelyn, Vancouver Island
  • wizzywig
    wizzywig Posts: 1,246 Member
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    Dana please send me some of your energy, I’m not sure where mine has gone, but it has deserted me. :|

    Tracey It has been suggested by the district nurse that it would be easier to move dad downstairs, trouble is mum is not too keen because their living room is quite small, and some of the furniture would have to be moved out. I’ve been trying to help her declutter and get rid of things broken or no longer needed – to make room for the stuff she does need, but it is a slow process. (I know how hard this is because I’m also still decluttering and hate to get rid of anything my hubby made/bought etc because it feels like I’m throwing him away or that he didn’t matter). Another reason is that the toilet is upstairs and he doesn’t like using the commode, and he refuses to use the chair lift to get up and/or downstairs! Quite a few times he has walked down the stairs to ask mum something and it is a worry that he will fall down them as they are so steep. I’ll keep suggesting it and see how it goes.

    Pat Ouch! Thank goodness the chair bits didn’t stab you, but sorry you are in such pain.

    Allie Sorry you didn't get the job, hang on in there.

    Had a lovely lunch yesterday with my mum Aunt Eveline and Jean (mums friend). We all had the carvery (I had the veggie carvery :) ) I had to get mums food because she needs both sticks to walk, the chef hands you a plate with your meat on it and you help yourself to the vegetables. Aunt Eveline asked if I could carry her plate too which I did before going to get my own food. It was a good job Jean could manage to carry her own plate. :) We all had the standard plate and ate far too much. We said if we go again which we hope to do in a few months, we would ask for the smaller plate. I was quite surprised because I only put a little bit of everything on my plate, and mostly vegetables but they did give me 3 veggie sausages, two would have been sufficient. Mum had turkey and there was plenty of it, two Yorkshire Puddings and a Pig in Blanket as well as her veggies, she couldn't eat all hers either, hence next time smaller plates :D

    My weight will probably go up this week I'm out for another meal tonight with friends. This time we are going to an Italian restaurant. I might order pizza and have a slice then bring the rest home for Heather tomorrow. I'll definitely have to exercise more to compensate for the extra calories.

    Welcome newcomers.

    Take care and love to all <3

    Viv UK
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 24,874 Member
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    Machka in Oz
  • grandmallie
    grandmallie Posts: 9,703 Member
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    Morning ladies~
    I am up , and watched joyce and had my cup of tea.. but I feel a bit off today.. dont know why.. dont think I slept to great ,maybe it is that..
    going to go down and walk the dogs and then feed DFIL, even though the last few months he seems to do eat much better at lunch than breakfast.. I still want to be there for him anyway..
    I did apply online for another hospital secretary job, but I think deep in my heart that a nudge from God is keeping me at my job now so that I can help with my DFIL and walk the dogs.I dont know if that makes any sense to anyone..
    I have heard only a few times over the last couple months from my brother, so I might stop and see him today..
  • trisH_7183
    trisH_7183 Posts: 1,486 Member
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    KATIE Quote”There is this little plastic spinner thing that is going round and round continuously, even when the door is open and even when the ice maker is turned off. I have no idea of its purpose” Could it be the ice maker fan?
    A house is a money pit. Good luck with getting new floors.

    TRACEY,Thumbs up! All your work paying off!

    MACHKA,love the saying. Sent to DDs. Best of luck to you & your DH.

    OTC pain med doesn’t work,but the dope that makes me a zombie ....ugh. Not for me,hate that feeling.Not real hungry...win!

    Been reading about fiber & calories in veggies & fruit. Fiber content was super surprising,such as a cup of grapes or half of a cuke,unpeeled is 1 g of fiber each.Calories in a medium sweet potato......whew! Lots more to brush up on.At this rate,gonna be without food :s

    As usual,time to get off before I lose this. Have a great day. Pat in Oh
  • LisaInAR
    LisaInAR Posts: 2,020 Member
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  • fit_chickx
    fit_chickx Posts: 571 Member
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    I turned 50 this year. Glad I found this community. loving all the positive vibes.

    March goals. Get my diet cleaned up and stay consistent. I’ve let stress make my food choices. Feeling sluggish. I’m working off a ten-pound gain to get back to maintaining my weight. I have two amazing grandbaby’s that I do day care for. I must admit I’m calmer at this point in life. But, slower keeping up with them.

    I’ve been at the gym for 5 years to deal with stress. It’s the time I carve out for myself that no one gets to interrupt. (I’m not an employee, mom, wife. Grandma etc.) It’s the one place I get to be myself without responsibilities :) I am doing yoga, hit, weight lifting and distance running.

    Looking forward to adventures in my 50’s,
    Jenn
  • SophieRosieMom
    SophieRosieMom Posts: 3,341 Member
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  • pipcd34
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  • 1948Peachy
    1948Peachy Posts: 1,511 Member
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    Pip ~ I love that little fireplace tucked into the wall. I have never seen anything like that! :)

    Tracy ~ Fingers crossed that the next interview will seal the deal and you will have a job you love.

    Allie ~ I think you are right in using your inner guide to determine what you need to be doing. And, like others have said, the right door will open for you when it is the right time.

    Prayers for all those facing the flooding! 🙏

    Welcome to all the new chatters!

    BnL has been in the hospital since last Saturday. He is having severe memory problems and his heart is fluctuating. They are doing a test this AM to see if he has a possible blood clot. If that is OK, they will shock his heart to stabilize it. My DH is the only one he can be depended on to see about him. It has been a nerve wrecking week. At this point, we don't know exactly what we can do as we have no legal rights to authorize funds, etc.

    Carol in GA
  • Katla49
    Katla49 Posts: 10,385 Member
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    Heather: I’m betting you do very well with managing the refrigerator while your DH is away. :flowerforyou:

    Michelle: Sears doesn’t seem to be in business here in Oregon any more. Craftsman tools are now being sold at Ace and Home Depot. :ohwell:

    Tracey: I hope all goes well with your meeting. :star:

    Dr. Katie: I hope you are able to get a reasonable and doable estimate for your floors and also a new refrigerator. :flowerforyou:

    Carol: I am sorry that your BNL is in the hospital with heart problems. Sending prayers for a good outcome. :heart:


    Yoga today! YAY!!!

    Katla in Beautiful NW Oregon
  • stltrimom1015
    stltrimom1015 Posts: 56 Member
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    I’ve been here at work for a little over 2 hours and I feel like I’ve been here for 2 days! That’s what happens when you’re looking forward to a 3 day weekend :) . And it looks like the weather might actually cooperate and give us a nice one (a little rain possibly but at least spring temperatures).

    I’m going to have to get back to logging my food. I kind of got off track with that recently – things had been going well and I was losing pounds, slowly but at least the number was going down. I thought I would be alright – I had figured out my trouble spots (mostly it was eating in the evenings when I wasn’t really hungry, it had just become a habit), but I’ve started to revert. Some of that was stress eating, but mostly it was just me not paying attention. Going back to logging will remind me how much I’m eating that I really don’t need, or necessarily want.

    Tracey – good luck with the job meeting tomorrow! My fingers are crossed for you!

    JanetO in eastern MO
  • cityjaneLondon
    cityjaneLondon Posts: 12,212 Member
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    Katla - the fridge did call, and I answered. :sad: FORTUNATELY I was able to get a 975 calorie burn under my belt to counteract my weakness. As well as my regular 600 this morning I went out to run this afternoon . Did a long trek around the neighbourhood, exploring all the little roads I'd never visited. :D

    My son did a last ditch try at running a distance last night to see if he had any chance of the marathon. Unfortunately he only managed 5k with his Achilles, so no marathon. :'( He is going to keep going with swimming and cycling.

    Trying to sort out a cleaner by seeing if my son's (very good) new cleaner can give us a couple of hours. She wants to see our house before she makes a decision. ;):p Can't be any worse than my son's! !!

    DH just texted me to say he is on his way home from London. Just before the rush hour. Hope the drive isn't too bad. I have no dinner ready for him apart from corn on the cob to cook. (I thought he would be later) There are eggs and a loaf of bread, so I guess it's scrambled eggs. His daughter gave him lunch.

    I've just booked two performances and a guided tour/walk for the Brighton Fringe Festival in May. One Blues/Rock, one Latin in the giant tent they erect on the green. The walking tour is Anarchism/Rebellion sites. :D
    Still have to book something in the official festival. Think it might be a theatre piece about an art forger. :laugh:

    Lots of love to all, Heather UK xxxxxxx
  • Vickil57
    Vickil57 Posts: 1,789 Member
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    Pat--Sure glad you were not hurt worse. Scary.

    Kelly--Congrates on the up coming new grand baby. They are the best.

    Lani--Welcome and keep coming back. This is a great group and we help each other deal with what life throws at us.

    Allie-- Good for you getting out there with the interview. Wish it would of worked out better, but it will happen in God's time. Good for you standing up to Michael about working Saturday. It's time for him to grow up and realize sometimes you have to work on your birthday.

    Not sure what happened to my post from yesterday. Worried about Meg with all the flooding heading her way. Our DGS yesterday was in an accident. A car ran stop sign and totaled his pickup. He is ok, funny thing is he was on his way to work and he is a police officer. Then he said they have gotten some water in the basement of the house and he was down pulling all the tile up. So far he is the only family with any damage. So much damage in most of the state and so much cattle lost.
    Blessings, Vicki GI NE <3
  • Almagreatness
    Almagreatness Posts: 35 Member
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    I did it! I decided to stay Healthier as we age, we can choose to stay Young, Beautiful, Healthier. I burn 187 calories and I made 2'new friend at the gym..it's was a divine appointment!
  • Almagreatness
    Almagreatness Posts: 35 Member
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    Y'all have Beautiful souls💝we've been given a gift to create a community of caring people! Blessings to all your heart desires friends here.❤️🦋

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