WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JULY 2019
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Lisa You make me laugh. Faces sliding off, being called "Sir", being a weenie. Chuckling...
...and nodding my head over these words, "I also keep my hair quite short, so people make assumptions about my gender and/or sexuality. I think it's funny that they have some perceived need to KNOW. I just refuse to humor their prejudices. Humans are weird."
Karen in Virginia2 -
Hello everyone! my name is Jac and I turned 53 last week. I am ready TODAY to get serious about my diet. Like most of you, this is not my first rodeo. I lost over 75 lbs about 13 years ago and this is the 2nd time I have had a rebound of about 20 of those. I lost that first 20 right here at MFP and I'm starting right now my 2nd round. When I saw in my home page this message board, I knew right away I had to come in and introduce myself. I was going to wait to get started when I came home from a trip in a few weeks but I have been absolutely OFF THE RAILS with my diet and exercise and need to get on it with no time to waste.
I hope to get to know each of you real soon. I know this kind of support is key to success.
Have an awesome day and for all of you dealing with this big heat wave please stay safe!
Jac in S. Jersey9 -
Makeup - just foundation & lip moisturiser unless I'm going out somewhere, then I'll add a bit of mascara. I'm trying some eyeshadow, and seem to be able to do that for a day or two, and then not for the rest of the week.
Clothes - I have to dress up for work. Office workers do here in Australia. It's winter here now, so it's either black pants and layered tops or thick tights, black skirt, tall boots and layered tops. My layered tops usually include black.
As soon as I get home, I'm into something comfy ... or my exercise gear first and then something comfy.
Decorating - I like colours of nature: blues, browns, greens.
But my career path has headed a non-traditional direction for women ...
I got into engineering technology first and was among a very small number of girls to do that. Then I headed into software development. Again, not a popular choice for girls. So my next choice was business administration which was a bit more traditional for girls, but I majored in accounting which was not as traditional. Through all those courses, I discovered I liked math and loved working with computers.
Next was my Bachelor of Education but that turned out quite differently than expected. I graduated with my second choice of speciality and minor. And I've only used it as a springboard for other things including my Masters in IT ... yet another non-traditional area.
My choice of sport is something else that has a low percentage of female involvement.
There are lots of women who do shorter distance cycling, which is fantastic, but back in 2003, only about 6% of ultradistance riders were female. And in my cycling club, I'm the president ... and I'm the one and only woman!! A room full of guys voted me in!
But something I don't talk about a lot is that I started cycling seriously when I was training as a bodybuilder in my 20s. After a couple years, I found I liked the cardio more than the weight training ... and got into cycling. But back then, I was often one of just a very few girls in the gym.
And I love being outdoors and taking on challenges ... cycling (of course!), hiking up a mountain, canoeing, etc. etc. I've spent quite a lot of time doing cycletouring ... cycling to travel, most often camping along the way, occasionally even finding "unofficial" places to sleep along the route ...
It's only been recently that I've come to appreciate B&Bs, cabins, hotels, etc. I must be getting old!! But a real bed has started to seem more comfortable than sleeping in our tent.
So I guess it's in careers, education, sports and hobbies where I have tended to be one of the guys rather than a girly-girl.
Machka in Oz3 -
Barbie That pic of Sasha is terrific, it could be in a photo contest
Evelyn Gorgeous crochet baby blanket, I haven't made one in so long, it brings me back to my crafting days. I did tell myself to make a few hats this summer for our Paradise Camp hat drive my school is holding in the fall, I'd better get on it
Rori sending ((( ))) and strength. I know you've started searching for some extra help so you can take care of yourself and get some sleep, I know it's one more item on the to do, but I hope that you can get that support, it is so very important for you both. Take care my friend.
NYKAREN
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Hello all! Happy Sunday! Happy birthday to Katla and any other celebrations that I have missed this week! I have logged onto mfp every day and recorded my meals (happily, I have managed to stay under my calorie allowance every day); but generally ran out of time to read all of the posts and comment. By the time I got that far, the dog wanted to go out or Joaquin was up and needing attention.
It was a fantastic week, filled with a few trips to visit family, a couple of bbqs, lots of play time and walks and a little beach time. It was HOT, so we stuck around places with water (the lake, pools, etc.). I don't have a lot of pics and I am waiting for Lauren to post the ones she has taken. It might not happen until tonight or tomorrow, as they are on the second leg of the car trip home, today. Joaquin was actually quite playful and sweet when his mama was not around. Monday evening I put Chappie on his leash to take him for his evening walk and was surprised to see Joaquin following me down the driveway. So, Joaquin walked with us (snail's pace, with little bursts of running here and there). As we walked he gathered two sticks, a pinecone, a rock, and an acorn. He would not let me carry any of them and held them all in his hands until we got home. lol That was kind of the turning point for Joaquin in regards to me being "okay" in his mind. He calls me "grandmere". It comes out "guh-mare" and Tim is "guh-pare" (grandpere), Colin is called "own-co-co" (Oncle Colin). Lauren speaks to him consistently in French. I don't think I ever heard her speak to him in English. He understands and responds to everything she says; but he responds in both french and english. She thinks he is behind in language; but I don't think she is catching all of his words. When I would speak to him, in english, he would respond or repeat in english. He counts and says shapes and colors in english (but understands them in french, as well). He is not a "performer", however. That also bothers her! lol When Lauren was a baby/toddler she loved to do flashcards and was a "performer". IF I asked her to say or repeat something for someone, she would do it and be quite pleased with herself. Joaquin is not that kind of kid. I am sure if he knew how to say "F*** off!" he probably would! lol That is the look we get (a look with eyebrows raised) when we are trying to get him to recite his numbers etc. Very stubborn two year old. He and Lauren butt heads on a regular basis; but he is like glue to her. Anyway, very good week! They left yesterday about noon, then I had to jump in my car and head up north to a family reunion. I got home about 5:30pm and started the laundry. I got five loads of bedding done before I called it quits for the night. I also managed to get the dog hair swept/vacuumed up. Most of it anyway. I am sure I will be finding hair everywhere for a while.
Lauren and I got hair cuts on Friday. We went to our favorite salon. It cost a pretty penny, but I love the job that they do and my cut is fantastic! I am not a selfie person; but I will try to get a pic so you all can see.
All of the walking and extra movement this week has paid off! I am down five pounds! Whoot! Finally back to 230! My butt, hips, and thighs have been a little sore from all of it; but it is that "good sore" feeling of muscles being worked. I think I just have to keep taking myself for extra walks (pretending I still have a dog that needs to get out). As I said earlier in the post, I have managed to stay under calorie allowance, but I have been eating a lot of crap. The kids took the chips and a lot of the junk with them for the road trip; so it is not something I have in the house any longer. But really, time to eat a vegetable! My gut isn't really suffering, but it is that feeling when you feel like your body is screaming "For god's sake, woman, eat a salad!"
I will leave you with the only two pics I have of Joaquin smiling. ONe was taken at our visit to the local museum. The other was taken at my brother in law's house, in the pool.
Carol- I love your hair! Your eyes are fantastic! Would love to see how blue they look with your hair darker! I bet they really pop!
Love and hugs to all! My brain is fried and I can't remember half of what I read. I need a vacation from my vacation. xoxoxo KJ (Kelly)
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Kelly... so glad you had a wonderful visit! You said: But really, time to eat a vegetable! My gut isn't really suffering, but it is that feeling when you feel like your body is screaming "For god's sake, woman, eat a salad!" This describes me to a "T" today!! Only my gut is suffering. I have no idea what demon possessed me this past week, but I've eaten out of control and paid dearly for it. Salads and vegetables will be the stars of my meal plan this week!
Carol ... your haircut suits you!
Katla ... happy belated birthday!
Evelyn ... Rosie will love her baby blanket!
Rori ... very sorry for the difficulties with your husband. Hoping you can get some sleep. Do you have anyone who will "visit" with your husband ... someone that he trusts (and you trust) and enjoys ... so that you can get out or just take a nap?
It should be a little cooler here today and cooler yet tomorrow. Even though we have AC, looking forward to that. I like having the windows open and getting fresh air/breezes.
Beth near Buffalo2 -
Evelyn - the baby blanket is beautiful. I managed to crochet a duck for Hannah, but that was as far as I got!
I think the foot is well enough to cycle tonight. I didn’t decrease my calories enough while I couldn’t exercise. I’m embarrassed to say I gained 6 lbs in a week. This has got to go!!
Connie in KY4 -
Evelyn, the blanket is beautiful and will be even more so with a special edging. That's a lot of work.
Carol, great new hairstyle
Rori, I'm thinking of you and your husband's need for care. He is so fortunate to have you.
Jac in S.Jersey, this is a good day to begin your journey to health and fitness. I had many false starts and when I found MFP and this thread, it was the beginning of a weight loss plan that has stayed with me.
Kelly, glad your family visit turned out so well.
Yes, I know how fortunate we are to have such mild temperatures in NW WA. Today will be the warmest in awhile with temps going to 72 F (22 C).
Barbie in NW WA3 -
Evelyn - just love the blanket. Rosalie will treasure that when she’s older I’m sure.
Girly girl - I am trying to brighten up my wardrobe and start wearing jewelry more often. I am working with women now and for the last 25 years worked in a male dominated industry. It’s an adjustment in more ways than one!
I was thinking I should buy some makeup maybe.
Rori - I hope you get some sleep and find some help for yourself.
Kelly - sounds like a wonderful week.
I know there was more I wanted to comment on but now can’t remember. Today the Grands are coming for a visit, it seems like forever since they have been here and I haven’t had a pile of things to do. We cancelled them last weekend because I needed a couple of down days after the wedding and company.
The new bride and I are taking Jonah to see Toy Story 4 tonight. We were going to take the Groom and Michaela, but the only one playing is in 3D which gives Brodey migraines and Lauryn wants to take Michaela to her first theatre movie in November to see Frozen 2.
I’m looking forward to it. I have enjoyed the first three since my girls were little. That makes me feel ancient!
Tracey In Edmonton2 -
Joaquin y JR would get along great lol. Daughter was very smart would show off too like yours,but 2yr old JR won’t speak in public so Doctors to others don’t believe me.I have to tape it in my cell phone sneakily!
Apart of Summer is slips y falls on diet we’re out of our elements got to conquer it! Kids with snacks to family BBQs ooooh so dangerous for a dieter! I’m still struggling to get where I was before Daughters visit . What a struggle I can be under calories to moving up a storm I go down 0.2 then go over calories by 100 cal bam up 0.4! Grrr after 2 days of loosing that much one day causing it to come back makes you want to 😱 scream!
Girly Girl 👧- Never was one but Daughter even less of one.I used to let her play football 🏈 or dive in a creek in her Sunday dress lol. She’s in the Navy so still not girly girl. Hubby doesn’t understand never has after all these years buys her makeup to purses to music gift cards his family too! Then their feelings are hurt when she well tosses it in a dark corner of her room or gives it to me or a friend lol. She carries a Wallet in her pocket with a chain,short hair, hates music unless it’s gaming kinds,Well she’s a Tom boy. I try to explain if you wouldn’t buy it for JR please don’t buy it for her!
They look confused 🤷🏽♂️. Well it’s not hard she loves lemon 🍋 soaps to baby powder smelling ones. If it smells like Roses she’ll hate it. She likes a guy she’s the poor girl who they slap her back says man your the Best Guy I know. Yup poor Daughter will find a guy for her someday who also doesn’t want kids will be a special young man. If not she’ll be true to herself with a good career. Win/Win
Amber Tx1 -
Have to admit I am a girly girl. I've been known to pile on all the bling I can find to walk on the treadmill or pedal recumbent bike, mostly because it cracks my husband up. I wear a lot of hot pink (as in my profile picture), red and teals. I prefer bright colors and black. I don't leave the house without makeup, I like to think its tastefully done.
Love you my friends
Janetr OKC!6 -
Sorry Evelyn, I mixed up you and Connie.
Wonderful blanket!!!!
Edie is still here. Earlier she and DH made a hot air balloon.
Then we went out to buy a magazine for her. We've been eating our meals outside on my new coffee table. What fun.
Love Heather UK XXXXXX5 -
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Hello ladies!
My brother's funeral is past. I ate double my 1200 calories, but the scale seems to be extra kind to me. Have to admit I was thinking about giving up until I got on the scale and saw the damage was minimal. It works in mysterious ways!
The service was perfect, and allowed lots of friends and family to support my parents. Lots of people came. Then we had more food at the house. My college buddy and his wife came, and my boyfriend David got introduced all around. He said he felt like a sideshow!4 -
I love makeup. I don't wear it if I'm not going anywhere, or just locally, which is most days, but if I've got to face the public I feel naked without it. My unadorned face reminds me of my mother and makes me depressed. Plus I look sick without blusher.
I rarely wear dresses because I hate my legs. Winter is better because of leggings. I seem to spend most days in my exercise clothes. That way I can easily get on a machine in the afternoon, or go out for a run.
I do like to scrub up occasionally though.
Don't think I have a feminine /masculine bias. I seem to straddle both sides.
Glad about that.
Love Heather UK XXXXXX3 -
220cal 6 fish sticks
Salad is 0 cal chipotle ranch Walden farms , spinach,mixed lettuce 🥬,tomato,cucumber,y purple onion
Tea 4oz y water
Amber Tx
Not sure about Dinner yet but craving chicken lunch meat sandwich so will see.0 -
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Having said that - look what I have just bought to take on my cruise. I want a very sparkly dress to go with it.
Heather UK XXXXXX7 -
Lanette: I love the inferno cake. Luckily my birthday cake did not go up in flames. DH made cupcakes. There were only two candles, a 7 and a 0. :bigsmile:
I asked my daughter for photos of the kids as my gift, and she has sent several wonderful shots. I’m hoping for more.
I had an amazing birthday surprise yesterday. My son came to share the day with us. I had no idea he was coming, but DH knew. What an amazing treat for me!!! Right now DS is asleep. He will be flying out for home later today.
Thanks for all the good birthday wishes, my friends. It was the best birthday ever.
Katla in Beautiful NW Oregon
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Glad I’m going to doc Wednesday. My bowel issues are getting worse and symptoms worsening since the fainting spell 2 weeks ago. Insides spamming and feels like I’ve got a baby kicking in there (impossibility!). I’ve had this before and there is meds for it but need to convince this doc of that and probably go through all the tests including a colonoscopy. The way things have been acting, wont take much for prep to clean me.
Sorry if TMI. I’m just so tired and depressed b/c of this. Off and on since November and steady last 2 weeks with light headed and exhausted feeling to boot!
Heat doesn’t help either! Prediction of 106 again today.
RV Rita in Roswell NM10
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