WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR AUGUST 2020
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SophieRosieMom wrote: »Ladies who drink coffee: Has anyone tried an AeroPress? I saw it discussed on a FB group I frequent, and I see Amazon reviewers give it high ratings.
Looks simpler than a French Press and less wasteful than a Keurig, and I like the idea of 1 cup at a time. I always water it down anyhow.
Lanette
Foggy & Cool SW WA State
We have Aeropress and it's great. It makes a great cup of coffee and is easy to use and clean. It's probably my favorite way to have coffee.2 -
ADORABLE....
Levi...Athena....LilyBell...Miguel... Joaquin
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Barbara - "Puck Lights" are little round lights that can go under cupboards or on the bottom of a shelf. They look like pot lights but are not recessed into anything.
Terri - Having zero expectations sure makes a difference doesn't it. My brother and I talk every 2-3 months usually because I call him. I get a FB birthday greeting and that's about it. I gave up about 4 years ago sending cards to people as I got tired of not even receiving and acknowledgement that they were received. Since we moved to Alberta it has been 100% our responsibility to make calls, plan trips, send gifts etc with everyone but my parents and my best friend. Once Dad passed and Mom went into the nursing home we have very few calls. I love all of my family but have had to lower my expectations.
Margaret - My heart just breaks for you. Everyone thinks that they know what someone else is going through and by telling their stories they think it helps you. At times like these silence is golden.
Kelly - How adorable are they?!
Allie - Jean sounds like she is mentally abusive towards you. Can you find other employment so you don't have to put up with her regularly? I hate how she manipulates you and your brother. Your brother allows it to continue and it's OK if he chooses to do so, but he obviously doesn't stick up for you and takes things out on you too, you need to stick up for yourself. They won't change.
Maybe you need to look at anti-depressants again. I have been on them twice and they helped me tremendously. My son in law's Mom is a professor of psychology when I was hesitant about using anti depressants she told me that it is just a chemical imbalance in the brain. She herself has been on the lowest dose possible for 30+ years, every time she tries to stop it comes back so she just continues them.
Faye - I'm sure that it was an error hitting that disagree button. I hit it myself a few times when scrolling on my phone.
Carol - I am finding my motivation lacking with meals as well. Yesterday I had a plan all day for supper that would have been relatively healthy, but in the afternoon about the time I would have started making supper I decided to go for fast food. I want all the comfort food. I don't know why. I am not in the same position as a lot of you. I have been able to see my girls and grandchildren. I have continued to work. I am just struggling. I think a major part of my problem is the two miserable Summers we have had here and it's calling for a tough Winter according to the Farmer's Almanac which is usually pretty accurate.
Katla - what a special treat to have just one to Facetime with.
My coworker is off today, she visited her Granddaughter Thursday evening and Friday her Granddaughter developed a fever. They have both gone for Covid tests on Saturday. She has to wait until both come back negative before returning to work.
We are allowed to visit and have cohorts here up to 15 people inside and 50 outside, but I fear with school starting that will change again.
I should get to work, I have spent most of my morning on here updating.
Tracey in Edmonton3 -
1948Peachy wrote: »MARGARET:
So sorry to hear about your credit card getting hacked. We have had two scamming attempt calls within the last two weeks. Folks out there thinking we will give them information that we would never give over the phone. Wonder if they are aiming these scams at us older folks thinking we know no better.
COFFEE:
When we were first married, we had a Corning Ware contraption that had a top and bottom. You poured boiling water into the top and it dripped down into the bottom container. Now, we just rely on our drip pot because we drink a lot of coffee. My biggest problem is that I love for my coffee to be very hot and I have to keep reheating it in the microwave. I tried a thermos cup, but, it still didn't work.
Carol in GA
Yes, they do target folks they think don't know better, whether it's older folks or the young.
Coffee: Try the Ember cup. I rarely sit and drink my coffee and I was forever reheating it. The ember has a rechargeable battery and heat plate integrated into it. It keeps my coffee to the temp I set for about 1.5 hours. Of course there is an app, but once you connect it and set your temperature, you don't have to bother again.3 -
Allie,
An eye-opening book for me was "Perfect Daughters". It deals with adult children of alcoholics. It's amazing how many areas of the book applied to me and set me on a healthier course.2 -
Kirby took a pic of me and yogi during our walk home
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A very wise person wrote "To conclude that others were wrong is about as far as most of us ever got"....then the passage goes on to say "setting aside the wrongs others have done" we looked for our own part. Moving to a new town won't solve a family problem, because you take yourself with you.
Barbie4 -
HI everyone. I'm really trying hard to get into a schedule. Today I had virtual meetings and now I'm going to go into work. It's hard to keep my work time straight!
We have settled down and I think we have both adjusted well to the new normal. Leonard can go out for essentials like appointments and church, so he is getting out of the house some, otherwise he is doing a ton of yard work and almost all the house work except cooking. He does cook on my "late" days at work.
We had a great weekend; we had some friends over and had dinner and some board games. We laughed so much I cried my makeup off!
OK, I need to get ready to make my way into the office. Take care! Meg5 -
SuzieQ- thanks ill look into it,and yes im thinking of going back on the antidepressants..2
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I had a cell phone lesson with my parents. Mom has a Dr appointment tomorrow and she was told to call from the car. A big challenge for her! She got flustered and wrote down her own number instead of the call-in number. I called back for the number and got told she could just walk in. Such a nuisance, but I really don't want her sitting in a waiting room.
Annie in Delaware3 -
Snowflake1968 wrote: »Barbara - that is it! Thank you! Happy to read that Joe’s eyes are improving!
Machka - sorry to read your tooth broke. I had to get a crown last year and even with the incredible benefits I have through work I had to pay 400+ out of pocket.
M
Tracey in Edmonton
I have a top of the line dental plan and I still pay around $700 for a crown.4 -
Hello and Good Morning,
Here I am trying it again. Although I have not stopped, I just lose motivation after 3-5 days and find I do not enjoy things I used to. I was at 155 and then I stopped caring so much and went up to 185 (today's weight). I go from 180-175 lately but this weekend I just ate in excess.
I am now 50 and hope to start caring again and being more focused. I just find I am not as motivated as I once was. My highest weight was 298. I was holding at 160-165 and then my soul dog passed away last May 2019, broken fingers happened trail running in August 2019 and then COVID. I am trying to find my joy again in running or anything.
Anyway, thanks for listening. Hope someone has gone through whatever it is I am going through and has thoughts and maybe ...this too shall pass.
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Snowflake1968 wrote: »Barbara - the price of dental work is insane! My benefits paid 1200 towards my crown, the 400 I paid was what benefits wouldn’t cover.
Katla - welcome to the club!
If I go the route I would like to with this tooth: root canal, crown and mouth guard ... my insurance may cover a bit of the root canal, but I'll be looking at at least $2000 for the rest of the bill.
M in Oz
Amazon has the silicon teeth guards for $100. It's essentially the same process my dentist used for mine that he charged $1000 for. Save your teeth. Dental work is too expensive not to.
Tina in CA5 -
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Hello and Good Morning,
Here I am trying it again. Although I have not stopped, I just lose motivation after 3-5 days and find I do not enjoy things I used to. I was at 155 and then I stopped caring so much and went up to 185 (today's weight). I go from 180-175 lately but this weekend I just ate in excess.
I am now 50 and hope to start caring again and being more focused. I just find I am not as motivated as I once was. My highest weight was 298. I was holding at 160-165 and then my soul dog passed away last May 2019, broken fingers happened trail running in August 2019 and then COVID. I am trying to find my joy again in running or anything.
Anyway, thanks for listening. Hope someone has gone through whatever it is I am going through and has thoughts and maybe ...this too shall pass.
mary
Mary Maybe learn some basic Tai Chi moves. It helped me and still helps me. I do it first thing after rising and helps talk myself out of skipping my workout. It gives me a feeling of self-empowerment and helps my balance both physical and mental for the day ahead. I know it sounds silly, but it helps me see myself as a warrior woman. Helen breaks it down. Don't let the slow moves fool you, they have great benefit. Faye
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=apIffYvzuS0
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Carol - I had missed your post about coffee staying warm. I bought a Contigo cup at Walmart, I know they are available elsewhere as well. I make my coffee at about 7 in the morning and it is still hot when I finish it around 11.
Mary - Congratulations on the loss that you have had. I am struggling too right now with keeping at it. The only thing stopping me from going completely off the rails is I refuse to buy larger clothes again and as I was losing I donated all of my bigger clothes. It really keeps me aware. I have to say that this group is instrumental in helping me as well.
Tracey in Edmonton who is struggling to stay focused on work today.
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How I feel today! Seldom rains and seldom overcast here but both off and on today! DH been depressed over his Birthday affecting me now. Blah....
Allie—- New England and family always made my depression/anxiety worse. Getting away worked wonders for me but still have to take my anti anxiety/depression meds or get anxiety attacks. Take the meds and resign yourself to needing them. They won’t help to change anything or anybody but make thing more tolerable for you. Please don’t take offense. Just how I feel today and my experience. Do what’s best for you!
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Allie: Only you can change your habits and actions. Professional help from a qualified counselor or psychologist is a good thing if it is available and affordable. If not, you know where to find a whole bunch of friends with valuable life experiences. (((heart))) You are not alone.
Meg: I’m delighted that things are going well for you. :bigsmile:
(((Mary:))) When you are ready, you may find another dog to keep you company. Meanwhile, you’ve stumbled into a wonderful group of supportive women. Stop by often for encouragement and support. :flowerforyou:
Tomorrow will be the beginning of a new thread. It is a time that I list my resolutions. Perhaps they will provide others a tiny measure of support. Here they are, just a little early:
Katla in beautiful NW Oregon
https://community.myfitesspal.com/en/group/123702-women-ages-50+
August 2020 Resolutions
1. Log every bite and swallow.
2. Cardio exercise at least 3 days a week. Work on strength and stamina.
3. Have fun every day.
4. Drink at least 3 glasses of water a day.
5. Monitor sleep. Average 7 or more hours nightly.
6. Abstain from alcohol.
Halt Stress :
1. Am I hungry?
2. Am I angry?
3. Am I lonely?
4: Am I tired?
For any yes answer, you have a practical way to help yourself. If I am hungry, I eat. If I am angry I can find a way to address the problem that caused anger. If I’m lonely, I can chat with this wonderful group, or DH, or call a friend. If I’m tired I can rest or sleep. It doesn’t make life perfect, but it sure helps smooth out some bumps.
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I had this custom made for kirby for one of his birthday’s when we lived in Tacoma. I had them make the bike green for his Klein bike that he still rides (built 1993). I thought I packed it well enough for the move over here, but it was broken in multiple places. Found a neon sign shop here in Clovis and they were able to repair it!!!!
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PIP You make me want to ride a bike again so bad and regretting selling my old Muddy Fox. I do love that wooden frame bike.2
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Katla I love your halting stress routine. Such great advice to address issues and never procrastinate.1
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Lanette- I’m sure you’ll figure out what you want to try for coffee brewing, but one cheap hack is coffee cup - funnel - coffee filter - ground coffee - hot water - sip.
I prefer my French press to other methods so far. Heather’s method is my second favorite.
I’ve been watching French press videos (yawn) and found out that if I use a baster to remove the foam on top before lowering the plunger, and put one or two salt crystals in the brew, it is supposed to make a very smooth, nonbitter, full bodied, clear brew.
lol I think I’m becoming a coffee snob.
Karen in Virginia
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Thanks Katla- your a peach.. i will try that.. since i will be home this weekend i am going to hoe out my room and chuck stuff.. that will keep me occupied
Also might go over and have a glass of wine with Elena.. going to help take care of my neighbors cat...she is going away for a couple of days.. so i will keep busy for sure.. instead of having a pitty party for myself,will pull up my big girl pants and deal .6 -
Blessings, Vicki GI NE1
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I had this custom made for kirby for one of his birthday’s when we lived in Tacoma. I had them make the bike green for his Klein bike that he still rides (built 1993). I thought I packed it well enough for the move over here, but it was broken in multiple places. Found a neon sign shop here in Clovis and they were able to repair it!!!!
I love that! What a great idea for a very personal gift.
Tina in CA1 -
Just got back from a weekend in a mountain cabin. There is a little former mining town about 1.5 hours away and we went there. It's usually a very busy town, especially on the weekends. It's rather touristy. But, the cabin is secluded and the crickets are deafening at night, so we went to get out of the city noise. While the people in town were good about wearing masks, they were terrible about social distancing. We only went out one time for dinner, managed to keep our distance, and stayed secluded the rest of the time.
We got a moderately difficult hike in too and no core section pain! I think I'm truly on the mend. I'm going to try a very brisk walk tomorrow. If that goes well, back to running a little. I need to get going on my cardio again. The weight is too hard to keep off otherwise.
Tina in CA
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Pip: I am happy you were able to get Kirby’s Bicyclist light repaired. :bigsmile:
I got my flu shot. It wasn't bad at all. On the way home I bought two small containers of gluten free ice cream. They are my treat for being a good girl & taking the shot. I bought chocolate and lime. I had a taste of the chocolate which was yummy & the lime was great, too. YUM!!! This ice-cream is made by a local vodka distillery. It is gluten free, but is NOT alcohol free. It is also not calorie free. The label says 5% alcohol. It doesn't reveal calorie information. :ohwell:
Katla in beautiful NW Oregon4 -
Stat for the day-
Walk/jog w/family- 54.25min, 3.6ap, 3.80mi= 516c
Apple Watch- 377c2 -
Hi Gals,
Barbara – S. Oregon Coastie The naked lady bulbs like dry sunny conditions.. the drier the summer spot and the more full sun the better. I know you have some summer rain/fog, so on a mound that drains well is good.
Kim from N. California
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