WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR APRIL 2020

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  • pipcd34
    pipcd34 Posts: 16,527 Member
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    1948Peachy wrote: »
    PIP ~ Yogi looks tired! :)

    Just kickin back w/the p’s aka parents
  • JRsLateInLifeMom
    JRsLateInLifeMom Posts: 2,275 Member
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    Many Car insurance companies giving discounts since everyone's staying home just call check they'll lower or refund portion of your payments


    https://apple.news/AMVdWHpvMSpCKuIHWDOOj7Q

    Amber Tx

  • csofled
    csofled Posts: 3,022 Member
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    😊💐💞
  • SuziQ113
    SuziQ113 Posts: 1,520 Member
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    Kim, Sending prayers.
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 24,840 Member
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    Activity Ideas

    Photography
    And here's another idea ... when I had more spare time, I used to participate in photography challenges on a couple websites, and one challenge theme that used to come up now and then was "5 minutes from home" or "in your neighbourhood" or things like that.

    The idea was to go for a walk in your area, really pay attention and look at things, and take photos. :)


    Languages
    Also, apparently Amazon and Rosetta Stone have a deal to help anyone interested to learn a new language. That might be an idea for those who are bored. Duolingo is free, but I've heard that Rosetta Stone is more comprehensive.
    https://www.pcworld.com/article/3534696/become-bilingual-on-a-budget-with-rosetta-stone-unlimited-for-just-85.html

    I'm not sure, but it might be possible to plug in and listen while walking.
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    Science

    If you're into science or you have grandkids who are ... check out NASA's Space Place. You could spend several days just browsing through everything there.
    https://spaceplace.nasa.gov/

    I went to the Parents and Educators link and found there were several other links available:
    https://spaceplace.nasa.gov/menu/parents-and-educators/

    The JPL Education one looks good:
    https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/edu/

    But there are several others to explore.
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    Book Nooks

    Here's another activity idea ... these are really cute and if I had the time, I'd be tempted to try to make one ...

    https://www.buzzfeed.com/christopherhudspeth/book-nooks-bookcases-shelves-creative-art-diy

    This is one example, but the link above shows quite a few of them.

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    Gardening

    Interesting article …

    HOW MUCH TO PLANT FOR A YEAR’S SUPPLY OF FOOD
    https://www.theseasonalhomestead.com/how-much-to-plant-for-a-years-supply-of-food/

    And this is an interesting use for toilet paper rolls … seed starters for the garden!

    How to Turn Toilet Paper Rolls Into Seed Starters for a Garden
    http://www.eatingwell.com/article/7756025/how-to-turn-toilet-paper-rolls-into-seed-starters-for-a-garden/


    Are you putting in a garden during this time at home?


    M in Oz

  • KetoneKaren
    KetoneKaren Posts: 6,411 Member
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    Kim sending protective healing thoughts for your cousin.
  • pipcd34
    pipcd34 Posts: 16,527 Member
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    Stats for the day

    1st day w/new shoes

    Bike ride home 2 sumner station- 1hr 1sec, 146mhr, 13.2amph, 13.24mi= 532c
    apple watch- 513c
    jog sta 2 wrk- 5.04min, 9.33min mi, 147mhr, .53mi= 59c
    apple watch- 58c
    Jog wrk 2 sta- 4.29min, 9.46min mi, 152mhr , .45mi= 56c
    Apple Watch- 57c
    Bike ride dome 2 hm- 18.0min, 8.5amph, 151mhr , 2.58mi= 167c
    apple watch- 142c

    Total cal 814
  • exermom
    exermom Posts: 6,336 Member
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    Well, got all the windows done except the ones on the deck. I probably do those tomorrow (there are only 2 and I can use the step ladder). That is…unless Vince helps me and then we’ll clean the railings, etc. on the deck

    Annie – from what I understand, the police aren’t stopping people on the interstate, but only in the cities. If you hear anything to this effect, please let me know. Update: in a way, it’s a good thing that they’re stopping people

    Lisa – to get two boxes, the shipping is $12!!!That’s almost twice as much as the cookies! I can’t believe it’s that much. Looks like he won’t be getting them for Easter. $20 for two boxes of cookies!

    Kim – only the best for your cousin Update: oh, how wonderful

    Played mahjongg online with the gals I usually play with on Monday nights. Tomorrow I’m going to go over one lady’s house to pick up a mask then to WM to get one of Vince’s prescriptions.

    Michele NC
  • JRsLateInLifeMom
    JRsLateInLifeMom Posts: 2,275 Member
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    Police Fine Man For Attempting To Drive 120 Miles To 'Buy Bread'.pngorbx395e71qa.png
    Amber Tx Lol
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 24,840 Member
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    I posted this last October, but it might be relevant now as something to think about and/or do ...
    Machka9 wrote: »
    Make things easier on yourselves by ...

    -- making sure all affairs are in order. 2 names on all accounts, enduring power of attorney, bills, wills, taxes, paperwork, whatever it takes.

    -- making sure you're fit and healthy. Being fit and healthy improves the odds. Also could you actually support and lower your partner to the ground, should he/she collapse? Do you know first aid?

    -- making sure your house well set up. Are there stairs? Tight corners? Difficult showers?

    -- having a look at options around you. What would you do for groceries? What if you couldn't drive? If you have never used public transportation, try it now while you're still able. What about things like doctor's offices? Hospitals? All the stuff you use? Is it scattered around and difficult to get to or quite convenient?

    --making sure you've got resources. Do you have people who can offer assistance? Knowledge of who to call if you've got problems with the house? Do you know about services in your area which can help?


    Some tips to spring clean your computer!

    https://www.staysmartonline.gov.au/news/time-freshen-your-online-life

    With bushfire season right around the corner, Red Cross has their Preparing for emergencies site:

    https://www.redcross.org.au/prepare


    And one of you posted a "Love List" of things to arrange and organise for our loved ones last month. Sorry, I can't remember who, and I can't find it right now. If it was you, could you post it again?

    Found it!!

    http://ssandifer.com/MyLoveList2015.pdf


    Also, from a USA perspective: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/getting-your-affairs-order

    And from an Australian perspective: https://www.agedcare101.com.au/aged-care/get-set/“putting-your-affairs-order” and https://www.moneysmart.gov.au/life-events-and-you/life-events/money-musts-before-you-die and https://yourlifeassist.com.au/information-assistance/put-your-affairs-in-order/


    Just a little bit of background ... in March 2018 I was suddenly thrown into the position of not knowing if my husband was going to live or die, and if he lived, not knowing whether he'd ever return to a place where he could recognise what was going on around him and be able to talk, make decisions, etc.

    When I was with my first husband, I handled everything ... but I didn't mind a bit when my current husband handled everything. It was a break for me. Until all of a sudden I didn't know what bills needed to be paid, or how to pay them ... and I discovered I didn't have access to all the accounts ... and that if he died without a will, I could potentially lose half of our money to his previous family ...

    I spent weeks digging through files on his computers and paper files, and going to banks, and ringing banks etc. etc. trying to put it all together.

    I kept thinking ... "they never mention this on TV murder mystery shows when someone dies. Usually the surviving family appears mildly upset and then seems to carry on with their lives. They don't show the surviving wife weeping over a file box because she can't find information and is coming close to having the power turned off or losing the house because the rent isn't paid."

    So, now that my husband can participate again (not 100% but better than expected), we are working on getting things in order. And I worry about what would happen to him if I passed away.

    Machka in Oz
  • auntiebk
    auntiebk Posts: 2,483 Member
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    "Get to do"s and "chose well"s
    Chose well: church livestream, rearranged laundry area to accommodate new stick vac, started researching CARES act emergency advance loan for Bethany that doesn’t have to be repaid, gathered mobile phone numbers and email addresses for 21 line dancers, Zoom dancing proof of concept, walked with Joe and the dogs, wrote card to Sandy.
    Bonus: 1 load laundry, veg prep,
    Get to do: BB&B, invest 10 mins cleaning Master Bth, carry over Kitchen/Laundry, Office, Bedrooms + Guest Bth, finish Aunt Elsie’s stove and test light oven, bake cookies for Joe, call Carolyn, Call Lee, Freddie’s for complete series TDAP <$48, get Shingrix vaccine.
    Reward: inventory seeds, plan garden, order replenishments.
    Coping Calendar Day 15: progress on project important to me
    Zoom test meeting with 3 other line dancers. Teacher agreed to teach if I’d coordinate the invites. We’ll meet Tuesdays at 6 and Fridays at 6:30, just like before. :love:
    Coping Calendar Day 16: rediscover music that lifts your spirits
    time to dig out an LP and put it on.

    Carol near here the rest area across from Harris Beach State Park was closed the day the governor closed all the state parks and campgrounds. Sure hope the rest areas on the interstate are open, pity the poor drivers!
    Michele my spices were divided into sweet and savoury and alphabetized long before the pandemic. :lol:
    Flea had to google qPCR. Good for your institution. Our rural hospital has but 16 beds (for a county of 22K people) and no ICU. :scared:
    Lanette knee highs cut into circles like calamari? Brilliant! Paper clip? Better than an old fashioned clothespin… ;)
    Amber horrified at what you, your mother and your twin brothers suffered. Your attitude is such a healthy way to combat such events. Have you considered any of the DNA tests? I’ve heard Ancestry.com’s is amazing at connecting lost siblings.
    Rebecca well at least with that cover you would be reminded not to touch your face :laugh:
    Margaret RainX, great idea!
    Allie “reinventing” yourself Bravissima!
    Annie at last! A use for those bread ties. Thanks!
    SuziQ your love for your courtyard really shows.
    Kylia what a gorgeous “Good morning!” view.
    Barbie “my house after…” :lol:
    Cheri WTG scout!
    LuciB Ditto Okie, Heather, SuziQ. Can you Skype or Facetime with your GD? Know it’s not the same as babysitting, but still better than total isolation.
    Beth sorry for your vertigo, glad to hear its abating. Powdered sugar pizza? :lol:
    Machka while the cloth masks don’t protect against viruses coming in, they do remind one not to touch face (thanks SuziQ for the giggle) or spreading droplets if infected. Thanks for helpful tips for video meetings even when not-work related.
    Lisa :love: baby Levi love.
    Janetr so glad to hear from you. Sounds like your daughter is making great progress. Prayers for your brother in law.
    Welcome back Carey!


    Bottom of pg 19 but suddenly sleepy. More tomorrow.

    Lighter, lovelies!
    f8qt1s098sxm.gifBarbara, the Southern Oregon Coastie AHMOD
    April: better than March.
    daily: steps=Sat2791, Sun 1908  :P vits=4.5 log=5 CI<CO=3 CI<250<CO=2 Tumble & Shadow 5=3 mfp=6 clean 10 mins=3 outside=3 up hill=4
    wkly: BB&B x3=0 rx=1 dance=0
    mnthly: board mtg=0 grant=0 review 20for20=0
    bonus: AF=4 play=0 sew=0
  • skuehn48
    skuehn48 Posts: 2,815 Member
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  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 24,840 Member
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    Machka9 wrote: »
    We went outside for an 11 km bicycle ride early this afternoon. :)

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    Machka in Australia


    We did a 13.67 km bicycle ride here this afternoon. :) It was great to be out!

    And yes, we were well away from other people, didn't touch anything except our own stuff, and washed our hands with soap when we got home anyway.

    M in Oz
  • Katla49
    Katla49 Posts: 10,385 Member
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    This has been a quiet day. Did a bit of grocery shopping & sent masks to DS &DDIL. One for their little boy, too. My neighbor makes them & they’re very well done. DD has a mask provided by her work. Hers looks like something a storm trooper would use. It is high quality & needed in her work. I’m writing at past 11 pm & it is time for redt. 🌺⭐️🌺⭐️🌺
  • SuziQ113
    SuziQ113 Posts: 1,520 Member
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    Hello everyone.

    What a busy day yesterday! Work was non-stop and I was so glad I planned easy meals for the day. It will be another busy one wrapping up month/quarter end reports.

    There are so many things to be grateful for this morning. Here are but a few.
    • I am grateful for another healthy day.
    • I am grateful I work for a company that cares about its employees. Yesterday we received an email regarding staying healthy with an invitation to MoveSpring. It is a group step app. It tracks the steps everyone is making and as mileage accumulates we will be stopping at various areas of the world. There will be drawings for prizes when participants hit different challenges.
    • I am grateful for Smokey the Cat who is my early morning buddy. His antics make me laugh.
    • I am grateful for the early morning quiet. It allows me to be alone with my thoughts.

    Hugs to all and prayers for those in need.
    SuziQ - SFL

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