WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR SEPTEMBER 2020
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Barbara--Glad that Joe's surgery is done and pray that as time goes on his pressures get better.
Rebecca--I send lots and lots of cards. I love sending my family and old freinds cards. I sent notes to the grandkids and usually put $2 bill in. They tell me they like getting mail. The 3 friends that we kept in touch with letters while our family was growing. 2 have passed away and the other one is the one that had the stroke and can't write. I do miss them.
Keeping you all in prayers with the fires and strange weather. It was over 100 this last Saturday and Sunday, Yesterday high 70's. Felt so nice opening windows and giving the house a good airing out. Then today rain and hig of 40 and to be this way next couple days. I love Fall weather.
Not sure what is going on. I am off my blood pressure meds as they think that might be causing the hives. I have been on it for years no problem. So taking it several times a day and so far it is okay. I have been on steriods a week and last couple days no sign of hives. But my sleeping is terrible. Having such nightmares, wake up and afraid to try and go back to sleep. Yesterday had a panic attack and been years since the last one.
Then at work they are putting in a complete new computer system that will link up everyone of the hospitals in our group across the United States. We go live on Saturday and they have not yet figured out my programs, so we are in the air told to just wait they will get to it. Well we are the main commucation center with all the codes and alarms. Also sounds like I will have to come in at 4am Saturday morning when they turn off the old and turn on the new. They have been working on this for over 2 years and so many things still not sure of.
Blessings, Vicki GI NE
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Rita - I don't do IF and know I don't respond well to that, but from what I have read you can eat what ever food you want, in your case just staying under 1400 calories - so I am thinking two things, is the food your eating higher in sugars and carbs? or it's hot are you getting less movement. the movement would help with calorie burn, and your body maybe holding on to calories if they are not more nutrient dense.
Just a few thoughts from an outsider.
Kim, in N. California
Thanks Kim and everyone else. It may be boiling down to less activity because of heat and feeling lazy. I did a bit of research and the allergy pills I’m taking tend to leave you feeling lethargic and tired.
My plan starting today is to stop taking the allergy meds and get more active.
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Well, not too many fires near me, but we are certainly getting some smoke! One fellow that was in line at the Y said it was blowing up from California and Washington state. Washington I believe, but California seems a bit of a stretch.... We actually had a small fire near us, strong winds yesterday afternoon knocked out our power for a few hours. That was because some part of a tree fell across the lines and that then sparked a fire. Fortunately fire crews were able to respond quickly so it didn't go anywhere, but still quite smoky here today. The house is closed up tight, A/C is on, not so much to cool the house, but to clean the air a bit. I have the temp set for 23C, which works out to mid 70'sF. I think it is helping, although I am still noticing a somewhat raw feeling in my throat and my nose is dry/uncomfortable. I did go to the Y this morning, first time in two weeks, my feet were not feeling up to any exercise til now (from having my ingrown toe nails "trimmed"). I had registered for a core strength class only to get there and find out that because it was kind of smoky inside the building, the instructor (who had COPD) was unable to teach. So, I asked and the gal doing the check in okayed it for me to just go into the gym instead. Fortunately, not very busy in there, but I still couldn't do much cardio, as it was smoky in there too. But I did get a decent core workout done on my own, so feeling good about that.
Also feeling good about my housecleaning! I made myself a schedule about 5-6 weeks ago, different stuff that doesn't need to be done all the time, but that does need to be done once in awhile, stuff like moving all the furniture to vacuum under/behind, washing the windows, washing floors etc. I do vacuum, bathrooms and change the bedding once a week, those are non-negotiable, but this schedule is things that need sometime attention. So, today was move all the furniture to vacuum week. Hubby helped me yesterday to put felt pads under some of the heavier stuff so that it will move easily without scratching the floor, my intention was to vacuum yesterday, but as I said, the power went out. But today it is done! Next week, it's clean the kitchen from stem to stern. That should be fun..... :O
Thanks for the comments on the grands, they are sweeties. My grandson used to be pretty chintzy with his hugs, but he is making up for it now. Granddaughter is a bit of a tease, she starts coming towards you, but then veers off with a really cute little smile on her face. Oh well, she will grow out of that, and I don't want to force the issue.
Chiro app't this afternoon, and I must get ready to go soon, so as much as I would like to comment on the many things that are happening in all of your lives, I'm afraid I just don't have time! So I will have to be general.
I know a few of you are experiencing physical pain due to falls (whether recent or not!), so wishing speedy healing for you, some are experiencing the pain of losing friends and loved ones-my condolences. As for the pics of the grands, OH MY! Keep them coming, love those cute little faces! And, as always, hugs for those needing them, congrats to those celebrating and welcome to the newbies!
Evelyn, on smoky Vancouver Island4 -
Machka - Not only do bad teeth affect the heart, I have heard of two people that had infected teeth and it was the cause of their death as it infected their brains.
Meat - 5
Toast - 4 or 5 depending on mood (My grandfather liked 6)
Coffee - Somewhere between E and F
Evelyn - what sweethearts they are!
Rebecca - Happy Anniversary!
Lisa - I agree with you about the pumpkin spice trend that occurs every Fall. I am not a fan.
Thinking of all of you in the smoke and the fires. Hopefully, there is a lot of rain soon to help get it all under control.
Just took a few minutes to catch up, been a busy work day.
Tracey in Edmonton2 -
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Machka: My preferences: Meat 2, Toast 4, Coffee A. I add a drop or so of stevia to my coffee as a gentle sweetener.
Heather: We’re safe from fire, but not from smoke in the air. Air quality is not good. It is giving me a headache at the moment. :grumble:
Faye: The Fire Department here is top notch. I’ve needed their help with DH more than once and they are my heroes. They’ve helped DH during low blood sugar episodes that were life threatening. They gave him IV glucose and saved his life.
Lanette: At this moment the wind is blowing from the North East. The smoky smell and haze are more noticeable now. I am feeling the beginnings of a headache. So is DH. I hope the headaches go away asap. :ohwell: Is the air quality good in your area? The wind is from the East coming down the gorge & bringing smoke our way. :grumble:
Barbie: We’re not in danger of fire here, either. The level of smoke in the air is becoming more unpleasant & I’m feeling a headache coming on. :ohwell:
Barbara: From where we are located, I don’t think there is any place within a reasonable distance that is any better than here. We do not have flames to worry about, just lousy air quality. :ohwell:
Rebecca: Happy 36th Anniversary!!!
Ydailey: I believe William Shatner is/was a Canadian. I loved the Star Trek Series. :bigsmile: I want to beam over to DD’s house for an hour or three, then to DS’s house for the same length of time, then home to bed. Technology hasn’t caught up with my wishes yet. :ohwell:
Tracey: Much of Oregon is in a drought condition this year according to what I’ve read. We have had very little rain where I live in NW Oregon. The Columbia River is shallow this season, but there are still ships that come up river to Portland or Vancouver WA.
I am supposed to go to a meeting this evening but I've been having a smoke headache from the fires. I hope to be feeling good enough to go by then.
Katla in beautiful NW Oregon
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Our weather looks set for fair tomorrow. I will be going out early to do my weekly shopping during seniors hour, then hope to plant out some of my latest lettuce seedlings. We are eating our own lettuce cucumber and tomatoes at the moment. Nothing tastes as good as fresh salad from the garden.
Lisa: We don’t get pumpkin frenzy here, but my niece in UNYS is addicted. She posts all these recipes at this time of the year.
Just going to make out my shopping list then go to bed.
These are some of our garden containers.
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Evelyn Hope that smoke blows out of there soon. My throat is raw from yesterday.
Katla Our Oregon first responders are top-notch. I always give them a thumbs up when I see them and mouth thank you.
Tracey Right on about bad teeth. I have been so much healthier since having them pulled. They were poising my body with constant gum infections. I always took great care of them. It was a hereditary thing. Having dentures is no good, but better than uncontrollable gum infections and antibiotic use.
Rita yes, allergy pills can really dry out membranes and make one more susceptible to viruses and such. Since I strengthened my immune system. I have very little allergies. Most of my life my face poured like a facet for one month a year and constant sniffles for several months.
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Rebecca Happy anniversary!!! Congratulations and hope your day was great. 36 is very honorable.
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We are still smokey here today. We can see haze to the south. I have stayed indoors except for chores that needed to be done. Horses still need feeding and watering and also goats. I presently have a mild headache and my chest feels tight. Hope DD is doing OK at work. It is supposed to be hot here all week due to off-shore winds.
Rebecca - Happy Anniversary!!
Rori - Glad you are finally getting some relief.
Lisa - There are one or two things pumpkin spice that I like but seems like it gets carried away this time of year.
Everyone take care, Sue in WA3 -
Did a body pump DVD today. The plan for tomorrow is to do a Biggest Loser Boot Camp DVD
Pip – you don’t drink water when you’re cycling???? Whenever I do a spinning workout, I always go thru at least 24oz of water, sometimes more
Rebecca – keep posting those pictures of cats!!!! Love them. Oh, that panda is right on!
Faye – I would be out of there so fast you could see the smoke behind me! Please, please, please stay safe. Evacuate if you have to. Just because there is a fire station doesn’t necessarily mean you are safe. I bet the place is deserted. Update: so glad the fires are out. But if they happen again (please God no)…..
Swan – Barbara is right. We don’t exercise for nothing (we have broad shoulders to show it)
Evelyn – what gorgeous grands
M – sending good thoughts for your hand/arm
Michele NC
Correct, I don’t drink while I’m riding or on a stationary bike, I don’t see that kirby doesn’t either
Why not?
I aim to drink one 750 ml bottle every 1 to 1.5 hours when I'm cycling.1 -
Kirby is talking about selling the airstream4
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Good evening Ladies 😍
Hope all is well.
Anyone using a low carb diet? My ac1 went from 6.3 to 7.0 so doctor recommended this diet.
Any recipes you know are tasty please let me know.
Thank you and good night.
Molly in Southern WV1 -
Did a body pump DVD today. The plan for tomorrow is to do a Biggest Loser Boot Camp DVD
Pip – you don’t drink water when you’re cycling???? Whenever I do a spinning workout, I always go thru at least 24oz of water, sometimes more
Rebecca – keep posting those pictures of cats!!!! Love them. Oh, that panda is right on!
Faye – I would be out of there so fast you could see the smoke behind me! Please, please, please stay safe. Evacuate if you have to. Just because there is a fire station doesn’t necessarily mean you are safe. I bet the place is deserted. Update: so glad the fires are out. But if they happen again (please God no)…..
Swan – Barbara is right. We don’t exercise for nothing (we have broad shoulders to show it)
Evelyn – what gorgeous grands
M – sending good thoughts for your hand/arm
Michele NC
Correct, I don’t drink while I’m riding or on a stationary bike, I don’t see that kirby doesn’t either
Why not?
I aim to drink one 750 ml bottle every 1 to 1.5 hours when I'm cycling.
Y? Cuz... never have. Make no mistake, I know what I SHOULD do, I just don’t. Don’t get thirsty. I drink afterwards, even on the MS 2 day rides1 -
Katla - our air quality index right now is at 42 = "good". Much better than yesterday. Winds are coming from NNE, calmed down to 5 to 10 mph, just breezy.
I can see haze south of us which is probably down in your neck of the woods.
No headache but humidity is 13%, so sinuses and eyes too dry for my liking..... but it's easily remedied so I'm not complaining, really.
I haven't heard today's news but looks like yesterday, Eastern Washington really took a hit. One little town near Spokane was 80% destroyed by a fire, blowing dust and smoke created traffic hazards and many accidents on the freeway.
Crossing fingers the entire west coast gets relief from this dry windy spell soon!
Everyone... please feel free to join me in the rain dance of your liking!
Lanette
Sunny SW WA State
UPDATE: Just took the dogs out in the backyard, it's smelling a little smoky.
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Lisa ... saw this meme. I feel the same way you do about pumpkin spiced anything.
Pip ... why does Kirby want to sell the airstream?
Rebecca ... my husband and I celebrated our 36th in August. Happy Anniversary!
Thinking of all of you within the reach of fires and those dealing with other problems.
Beth near Buffalo1 -
Lisa ... saw this meme. I feel the same way you do about pumpkin spiced anything.
Pip ... why does Kirby want to sell the airstream?
Rebecca ... my husband and I celebrated our 36th in August. Happy Anniversary!
Thinking of all of you within the reach of fires and those dealing with other problems.
Beth near Buffalo
He’s thinking of getting something smaller
https://camp365.com/
Right now he can get top dollar for it because campers are sold out everywhere due to COVID.3 -
Pretty smoky all day. Jake stayed inside and I did all the dog walking and took out the garbage can. The wind has died down so the smoke may be less by tomorrow.
Rebecca
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Pip ... that makes sense in financial terms, but I wonder how you would feel about it later. Maybe too many changes at once?? That Camp365 thing is interesting though!3
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Pip ... that makes sense in financial terms, but I wonder how you would feel about it later. Maybe too many changes at once?? That Camp365 thing is interesting though!
I told kirby it’s up to him. I just give him things to think about if he does the change. Also would be save the monthly 145.00 storage fee for the airstream. I asked him if he would b more inclined to use it cuz it’s a lot smaller, he said yes, probably cuz it would fit in the garage2 -
Went in the pool today and was thinking about how Vince procrastinates. I only tell you gals this. When I came in I mentioned how he had promised me that we'd put down stones by the drain pipes. He STILL (he only had all summer to think about it) doesn't know what he wants to do. However, it is supposed to rain the next day or so so he said that afterwards (when the ground is soft) we'd dig it out.
I asked him to show me how to convert VHS tapes to a DVD only he has to figure it out. He only had all summer to do that. I asked him if he'd like me to work on the coins that need to be cleaned, he said he needs to figure out what he's going to do. He's only had all summer.
Guess frustration is getting to me. My sourdough starter won't be here until Thurs. I did call King Arthur to see if that would be too late from the time it is shipped (since their website makes mention of how you should use it as soon as you get it) but they said it should be ok 10 days after leaving the warehouse (thank you Fed Ex for screwing up). I'm going to try feeding the starter whole wheat flour tomorrow. I didn't see any action until I used the ww flour so I'm going to try that. It probably won't work
I'm thinking of making a latch hook rug for Ken. We never know what to get him for Christmas. We can frame it. It's only 12 x 12 so it's really too small for being a rug -- not that a rug would be good for him to have anyway. Now for it to come in to Hobby Lobby.
Michele NC4 -
Did a body pump DVD today. The plan for tomorrow is to do a Biggest Loser Boot Camp DVD
Pip – you don’t drink water when you’re cycling???? Whenever I do a spinning workout, I always go thru at least 24oz of water, sometimes more
Rebecca – keep posting those pictures of cats!!!! Love them. Oh, that panda is right on!
Faye – I would be out of there so fast you could see the smoke behind me! Please, please, please stay safe. Evacuate if you have to. Just because there is a fire station doesn’t necessarily mean you are safe. I bet the place is deserted. Update: so glad the fires are out. But if they happen again (please God no)…..
Swan – Barbara is right. We don’t exercise for nothing (we have broad shoulders to show it)
Evelyn – what gorgeous grands
M – sending good thoughts for your hand/arm
Michele NC
Correct, I don’t drink while I’m riding or on a stationary bike, I don’t see that kirby doesn’t either
Why not?
I aim to drink one 750 ml bottle every 1 to 1.5 hours when I'm cycling.
Y? Cuz... never have. Make no mistake, I know what I SHOULD do, I just don’t. Don’t get thirsty. I drink afterwards, even on the MS 2 day rides
If I don't, my feet cramp ... even on shorter rides like a couple hours ... and that is really painful. I end up having to take my shoes off and walk up and down the road in my sock feet to ease the cramps ... and drink, drink, drink.
My feet cramp even if I'm slightly dehydrated when I'm not on a bicycle too. I've been in situations where I've been in classes or meetings all day, and I haven't had much to drink, then I've tried to walk somewhere, and my feet cramp.
M in Oz2 -
"Get to do"s and "chose well"sChose well: pooches down drive in am, board meeting printouts, helped Joe load up the trailer with bug out supplies.
Bonus: one load laundry, asked Surgeon’s tech to call in any rx Dr. wants today, so pharmacy can order it to have in by Friday. Not sure she understood. Got a text “confirming” the lesser, former dosage, not the 500 mg extended release Surgeon originally prescribed. We’ll see.
Get to do: board meeting, get outside chores before it gets hot, take pics of car, test Bluetooth speaker so can do BB&B or T’ai Chi from voice recordings, type up ABN update form and addendum, Pilot tech support 5034447924 to link subscription and fix login, measure potential greenhouse space and distance to outlet, make experimental almond paste, declutter sideboard, practice new dances (Nothing but You, Shake it like that, Larger than Life, Here I Go Again/Mama Mia, Real Deal, Get it Right); make garlic almonds for Barb and Dan; prep potato area and raised beds for beets, carrots, parsley root, parsnips, radishes and sow; finish weeding drive, continue weeding flower bed, mulch flowerbed; invest another 10 minutes in prepping living trust, Freddie’s for complete series TDAP <$48, get Shingrix vaccine. Reward: inventory seeds, plan fall cool season garden, order replenishments, figure out where to plant naked lady bulbs, Tuesday: call Progressive adjuster,
Self Care September
8: notice what you do well today, no matter how small: laundry, I separate laundry well, and wash dishes, and feed the dogs ;}
Too hot and smoky to do any yard work other than bare minimum watering.
Sue in WA like your daughter’s “…can’t find my way home” sign.
Machka steak: 3, pot roast: 5, toast: 2, the rare cup of coffee: c. Tea dark, strong and sweet!
Evelyn nice shots of the grands. Well done.
Lisa are those maple leaves in your yard?
Katla thankfully the smoke is from distant fires, no immediate threat. Trailer prep may have been primarily to give us a calming activity to do.
Lanette wind has died down, everything is still, almost too still. What we used to call “Earthquake weather” when we lived in the Bay Area. Rain dances sound like a good idea.
Faye right back atcha. Is your “modeling date” still on for tomorrow?
Rebecca happy 36th!
Vicki switching computer systems when “they” don’t listen to the front line users is just plain awful. Hope you can find the humor in it. So thankful I retired just before our new system went live.
Welcome Molly in Southern WV!
Beth “and so it begins” rotflmao
Smoke is making the light a spooky orange color. Wind has died down, everything’s still and quiet. Eerie. Joe says it’s like being in a Twilight Zone episode. Even the dogs are subdued.
Lighter, lovelies!
Barbara, the Southern Oregon Coastie AHMOD
August: better than July.
daily: sit with Joe: 7, weigh: 7, steps>5491=3264 vits=6.5 log=7 CI<CO=5 CI<250<CO=3 Tumble & Shadow 5=5 mfp=7 outside=6 up hill=7
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Barbara - I saw photos of that orange smoke on FB on the Weather Nation site this afternoon in the Willamette valley which is pretty far north of you, but I can imagine the same effect.
I understand about the stillness.... this is where a ghost pirate ship lands on the beach tonight. Get your swords and cannon ready!
Rebecca - Happy Anniversary! Loved the family photos you posted a few days ago when your boys were young and family members were close by.
Lanette
SW WA State
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Really happy to have happened upon this thread. Nice to see what y'all are up to. I do need motivation! My sister and I make a new YouTube playlist every week with a fun workout to do every day. It's a good start! Keep on keepin on!
Red in Johnsburg, Illinois5 -
Michele - if I waited for my husband to do some things I would be waiting a long time. I tend to just go ahead and do things myself.
Travey3 -
Did a body pump DVD today. The plan for tomorrow is to do a Biggest Loser Boot Camp DVD
Pip – you don’t drink water when you’re cycling???? Whenever I do a spinning workout, I always go thru at least 24oz of water, sometimes more
Rebecca – keep posting those pictures of cats!!!! Love them. Oh, that panda is right on!
Faye – I would be out of there so fast you could see the smoke behind me! Please, please, please stay safe. Evacuate if you have to. Just because there is a fire station doesn’t necessarily mean you are safe. I bet the place is deserted. Update: so glad the fires are out. But if they happen again (please God no)…..
Swan – Barbara is right. We don’t exercise for nothing (we have broad shoulders to show it)
Evelyn – what gorgeous grands
M – sending good thoughts for your hand/arm
Michele NC
Correct, I don’t drink while I’m riding or on a stationary bike, I don’t see that kirby doesn’t either
Why not?
I aim to drink one 750 ml bottle every 1 to 1.5 hours when I'm cycling.
Y? Cuz... never have. Make no mistake, I know what I SHOULD do, I just don’t. Don’t get thirsty. I drink afterwards, even on the MS 2 day rides
If I don't, my feet cramp ... even on shorter rides like a couple hours ... and that is really painful. I end up having to take my shoes off and walk up and down the road in my sock feet to ease the cramps ... and drink, drink, drink.
My feet cramp even if I'm slightly dehydrated when I'm not on a bicycle too. I've been in situations where I've been in classes or meetings all day, and I haven't had much to drink, then I've tried to walk somewhere, and my feet cramp.
M in Oz
I have had my feet cramp to but it has never been because of the water thing. I drink at minimum, 7 glasses a day. We r just built differently4 -
Stats for the day-
Walk w/family- 1hr 19min 21sec, 2.9ap, 140mhr, 3.77mi= 600c
Apple Watch- 458c
Walk to store n back- 25.45min, 95mhr, 3,0ap, 1.14mi= 147c
Apple Watch- 118c
Total cal 7471 -
Lanette... I am doing a rain dance. :-)
Rebecca... Happy 36th... Way to go, definitely honorable.
Tracey... If I waited for my husband to do things, I would be waiting for a long long time.
Betsy in NW WA0
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