The middle agers group. (Upper 30s,40s & 50ish folks)
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kimber0607 wrote: »Hi and welcome
After doing some calculations....Ive determined we are the same age
In in Northern NJ and have an almost 15 yr old girl and 16 yr old boy
I was with you on Tatts, metal and rock..but bowing out at crafting..LOL
No artistic creative ability at all....my daughter loves drawing/painting/sculpting though (didnt get that from me)
Great job so far w your weight!!
Kim
Thank you! Weight is an issue for many in my family... bad habits taught from one generation to the next.... plus we're Italian.... pasta, bread, and vino.... so now, being keto, it's bacon, burgers, and vodka.... I can deal with that....
I am thrilled my kids are older... though with 2 kids in college at the same time, I'm broke... so it's cheap vodka.
And crafting keeps me sane. I crochet, knit, needlepoint, build things around the house, anything to keep my hands and mind busy.... Though I never said I was good at any of it... LOL
Thank you for the warm welcome!0 -
Hello all I am new to my fitness pal. Feel free to add me.1
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I can relate to part of this. I’m 48, but I told my 21-year old he can’t give me grandkids until I’m at least 50. He told me on Christmas leave that I have two years to get ready!!
Good for you for getting on here to get back on track. It’s a pretty great group of people. Mostly!
Thank you for the welcome... it does seem that the people here are pretty nice... and there is always one or two that cause drama in every group. It's to be expected
Just make sure your son knows he can't start trying till you actually turn 50... that gives you another 40 weeks to prepare...2 -
TGIF folks. Hope everyone has a great weekend. Plan on getting some ice skating in at least once. What does everyone have planned?
Date night with the fiance tonight.... followed by Netflix or finishing up season 4 of Vikings...
Tomorrow, I get the joy of having my pupils dilated for an eye exam... the ride home should be thrilling! Bright and sunny January in New England....
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I do historical reenacting (SCA) and that comes with crafting. So I've got tons of lovely fabric waiting for me to make self-supporting kirtles (and those dresses define the term body conscious!) when I reach my goal weight. But right now I can just pack that all up for the move. Most of the larger stuff for events is already tidily boxed, I'll just label it when we do the garage.1
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theleadmare wrote: »I do historical reenacting (SCA) and that comes with crafting. So I've got tons of lovely fabric waiting for me to make self-supporting kirtles (and those dresses define the term body conscious!) when I reach my goal weight. But right now I can just pack that all up for the move. Most of the larger stuff for events is already tidily boxed, I'll just label it when we do the garage.
I friend of mine does SCA as well... always trying to get me to go to a show, but I am not comfortable with the dressing up part... but I would LOVE to learn the older methods of crafting....0 -
theleadmare wrote: »I do historical reenacting (SCA) and that comes with crafting. So I've got tons of lovely fabric waiting for me to make self-supporting kirtles (and those dresses define the term body conscious!) when I reach my goal weight. But right now I can just pack that all up for the move. Most of the larger stuff for events is already tidily boxed, I'll just label it when we do the garage.
We have tons of friends who are part of the SCA. They're always off somewhere camping in their period costumes or sewing something. I just like dressing up in spandex for figure skating haha. But I sure as heck don't sew it myself0 -
See, the dressing up is fun for me. The thing about it is that they aren't costumes, they're clothes. They're just clothes of another era. It's fascinating to put on clothes that fit you, that are made for you, of another era. Close as we get to time travel. They have to be clothes we can work in, because we do all the work ourselves, I've discovered that the little wrist slash closed with a button enables a woman to roll up her sleeves for washing and scrubbing, and that instep length skirts of a 3:1 fulness is a good amount to chase a toddler in without tripping.2
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Hey all old people .....
soooooo tired.....I'm the worst sleeper-hahahahahaha....toss and turn allll night...help me when the big M hits...
Tried all natural suggestions..yoga and meditation...melatonin.....too chicken to try ambien (ive never tried to get anything rx)
On that note...anyome have exciting weekend plans
Im heading down to see my mom and nieces tomorrow with dd (live about hour-15 away)
Hope everyone is having a good day!
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theleadmare wrote: »See, the dressing up is fun for me. The thing about it is that they aren't costumes, they're clothes. They're just clothes of another era. It's fascinating to put on clothes that fit you, that are made for you, of another era. Close as we get to time travel. They have to be clothes we can work in, because we do all the work ourselves, I've discovered that the little wrist slash closed with a button enables a woman to roll up her sleeves for washing and scrubbing, and that instep length skirts of a 3:1 fulness is a good amount to chase a toddler in without tripping.
I would find that to be a blast, but I don't think there's anything close to that around here. Even if it was as recent as the 1700 or 1800's frontier. The closest we have is a Ren faire that started up 2 years ago and runs in June. I have a blast and do dress up a little when I go, but its a lot more fantasy than truly historical based, so you get more comic con style costumes than much accurate to the period.
I love my rural state and hometown tucked away in the Appalachians, but I do sometimes wish for some things that can't be found anywhere close.
Such as Welsh - I'd love to learn Welsh, but I'm not all that great at self teaching, especially when it comes to another language, nor do I do real well with online learning, either. But Welsh isn't a common language to find classes for anyway, and there is nothing at all anywhere close. I know of a class that is taught in Pittsburgh, but that's a 4 - 5 hour drive, and they don't do skype sessions
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Hi everyone. I'm a 45 yo female who has been obese to super obese all my life. I have been diabetic for 8 years, and my most recent A1C was close to 12. I am tired of being unable to do the things I want to do and I want to improve my bg levels so that I can extend my life expectancy and feel better. I am a supportive friend, and would love to connect with any of you, please add me if you like0
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Did you know if you whip up the liquid from a can of chickpeas this happens??? Happy weekend everyone I'm having fun in the kitchen apparently. Next time I'm going to bake them like you would meringues. This is so cool
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That's super cool Ali. Super cool-whip. Cool beans!1
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I am about a week in and looking for friends. I feel like I need support to do this since trying on my own has never worked. Please feel free to add me since I can’t figure out how to add others lol. Have an awesome day
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AliNouveau wrote: »
Someone ate the first oyster. And someone ate the first durian. I bet that bean-whip has a lot of salt, though.0 -
AliNouveau wrote: »
Someone ate the first oyster. And someone ate the first durian. I bet that bean-whip has a lot of salt, though.
If you use sodium free beans then there's none!0 -
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AliNouveau wrote: »AliNouveau wrote: »
Someone ate the first oyster. And someone ate the first durian. I bet that bean-whip has a lot of salt, though.
If you use sodium free beans then there's none!
I will have to keep my eyes open for those. I should check my labels - I may already be buying them. But I doubt it. Will this work with other beans, or just cici beans? I've been enjoying a tri-bean blend lately. Black, pinto, and red all in one can. Mmmmm....0 -
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AliNouveau wrote: »AliNouveau wrote: »
Someone ate the first oyster. And someone ate the first durian. I bet that bean-whip has a lot of salt, though.
If you use sodium free beans then there's none!
I will have to keep my eyes open for those. I should check my labels - I may already be buying them. But I doubt it. Will this work with other beans, or just cici beans? I've been enjoying a tri-bean blend lately. Black, pinto, and red all in one can. Mmmmm....
Apparently it should work with all beans but I guess if you used black beans it would be black0 -
ShaeDetermined wrote: »
It was very light like foamy. I added sugar but basically they're tasteless
You can use it at a substitute for meringue so I'll try baking with it next. I know a girl who is vegan she can be the guinea pig1 -
39 years old (I’ll turn 40 in July) I started today & I want to lose 9 stones.3
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Hi all 45 from the uk and can be added if anybody wants too1
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I am about a week in and looking for friends. I feel like I need support to do this since trying on my own has never worked. Please feel free to add me since I can’t figure out how to add others lol. Have an awesome day
To add friends on MFP on the desktop app:
1) Click on the username in the left sidebar. A window showing the username will open.
2) Click on the username again. The user's profile will open.
3) Click on the "Add Friend" button on the user's profile page. There is an option to send a message along with the request. That's always a good idea - just a short note mentioning where you saw the user, some common interests or goals, etc.
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The struggle continues. I have had weight issues my entire life. Would love to find someone else or a couple of somoene's who is looking for a new lifestyle not just to diet and loose a few pounds. Working on adding exercise to my routine, getting down to at minimum 150 lbs and just win at this thing we call life. I would love a friend who would like to talk outside this app where we can truly reach out to each if needed through FB messenger or another texting app, since those are just easier to use, for me.0
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AliNouveau wrote: »ShaeDetermined wrote: »
It was very light like foamy. I added sugar but basically they're tasteless
You can use it at a substitute for meringue so I'll try baking with it next. I know a girl who is vegan she can be the guinea pig
Excellent. I'll wait for reports from your guinea pig 😉0 -
I'm 55 trying to loose belly fat and build strength.1
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I have been attempting to not eat foods with processed sugar in them. I think I've been broadly successful at this.
I failed on Friday, I think my first slip in a year.
I was at a Michelin mentioned restaurant, having the six course taster menu. It seemed rude not to partake. The offending dish was a bannoffee, nutmeg and caramelised pecan thing. It was delicious.3 -
Oops, double post.
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