WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR SEPTEMBER 2020
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Oh my word! How wonderful was the party!
It really lifted our spirits. Such energy!
They ran around the garden, playing football, in the cold wind, and ate all the food. Edie loved her guinea pig pyjamas and her pom pom maker.
Perfect.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx
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M – nope, none of those symptoms.
Barbara – we’re thinking that the builders put those bricks in the pipe to slow down the flow of the water so that it wouldn’t ruin the (what they thought would happen) new lawn. The year this house was built there was a bad drought but, of course, they didn’t know that when they installed the pipe. It is used for drainage. It’s at the end of the driveway, so it wouldn’t affect the foundation of the house. When Vince is moaning and groaning, I just continue doing what I was doing.
Tracey – Vince has had an obstructed bowel so we know the symptoms, he’s also had diverticulitis. LOL the nose
Katla – no flu-like symptoms. Just feeling “blah” and a bit run down. But that’s all. He’s sleeping now. This has happened before and when he gets up, he’s fine.
Heather – glad you had such a fun time with Edie. She sure is adorable.
Sanitizing my masks in the IP right now. Then I think I’ll make some soup in it since I have it out.
Michele NC
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My homemade ice dog treats for yogi are a hit, especially after a long walk
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Whidislander wrote: »Lost power for a time last night. Woke up to a huge tree branch in our back yard. Husband could move it, it was only as thick as his wrist. It is in a pile next to the backyard path.
The only plant I seem to be caring for is a avocado plant growing from a pit I started a couple of weeks ago. I am going to hunt for a cheap pot and soil for it the first of the month.
Hugs to all that need one!
💖Rebecca
Whidbey
Washington
Rebecca, what are you using to hold the avocado above water on that jar? I tried it with toothpicks this summer and never got mine to root. I did one in the past and had a two foot tree growing, but then moved so had to give it up.
RV Rita
I buy Chobani yogurt and they come in containers like this. You can take the labels off. I just cut a circle bigger than the mason jar top, then cut another circle for the seed to meet in. Happy growing! Keep water so the pits butt is in the water always.👍
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I just use the lid part now.💖0
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Machka ... I had a similar experience in August with a tooth that needed crowned and would not numb in one particular spot after many, many shots of novocaine (I too lost count). I'm sorry you had to experience that. It makes for a "terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day." Since I've always had a problem with getting teeth numb, I've begun to wonder what is different about my teeth than the average persons. After a root canal, the endodontist believes that my teeth not only have the main nerves/roots, but also have off-shoots or canals. I think it might be a contributing factor the problem you and I are having and plan to discuss it with my dentist the next time I see him.
Heather ... Edie's personality really shines through in the birthday photo!
Today is my older son's 34th birthday. We had milkshakes for lunch ... his request. But will have fish fry for dinner. The younger son is dealing with blinding migraine so we're all staying low key in the house at the moment.
Saw my friend yesterday who was so very ill a couple of weeks ago. She has come through a lot, but still has a very long road ahead of her. We visited outside. I was at least 15-20 feet from her and wore a mask. She is on oxygen and had purchased one of those plastic face masks that should help people read lips. It was a fail. Her oxygen made the thing fog up. I suspected that might be the case with masks of that type.
It's been a long week for me and I'm looking forward to a weekend to rest. Even though I have things to do and get caught up on, there's no rush. And, it's another beautiful Fall day here ... so I'm content.
Beth near Buffalo
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Godmomkim I have no idea where I am suppose to respond to comments or questions lol this is a bit confusing my dog was my childhood dog. My profile pic is of me maybe 30+ years ago my fur angel was 15 when we had to so graciously put him our of his misery ...
My vet at the time said he was collie and German shepherd I think he was an Australian shepherd he was the love of my life! Such an amazing dog, UGH I miss him so very much! So I was wondering if this is where I am to post when using this thread can someone tell me LOL!! 1 -
Debbiebert ... yep, you did it right. Some people bold names, others use the @name. Sometimes we'll quote and then respond. It's whatever is easiest for you.
bwcetc thank you very much!!
it must be a bit hard to keep up this way, having to look for your name days later, no notifications like fb? 0 -
"Get to do"s and "chose well"sChose well: dogs to powerline, measured potential greenhouse (28”) space (32”) and distance to outlet (7’), BGBSSelf Care September
Bonus: pulled a little salal, pruned a little more of the fetterbush lyonia,
Get to do: inventory donation then call for appointment, take pics of car, test Bluetooth speaker so can do BB&B or T’ai Chi from voice recordings, Pilot tech support 5034447924 to link subscription and fix login, 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; weed drive again, finish 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,
24: Ask a trusted friend to tell you what they like about you. Hmm.
25: Release yourself from inner demands and self-criticism, just breathe and let it go?
Welcome back @debbiebert Deb! Would you let us know your general locale to help us keep you straight in our minds from our other Debbies and Debbys and…
Faye missing others posts after posting, yup, just happened to me again with Tracey’s post. I knew mfp “returns” me to the page after my last post, but now when I start reading, had to add “scan up a bit” to my “page back a page.”
Welcome @Mjkerik2010 and @helloquilts! Would you let us know what to call you and your general locale?
Allie (((hugs)))
for losing so many friends so close together.
Kate (((hugs))) disabled and hit with anxiety/panic attack, you must feel so powerless. I’d be kicking and screaming!
Michele could the pipe with bricks in it be some kind of drainage tile? Would capping it cause excess water to back up and damage the house’s foundation? I’m also annoyed when Joe moans and groans, but it seems to help him deal with the pain so I’ll cope or move to another room
Kim I look forward to hearing your vet’s ideas to prevent Levi’s future ear infections. We’re struggling with Shadow’s lick granuloma and next available appointment not til Oct 20. Cortisone solution, taping haven’t stopped. She’s as adept at wriggling out of the cone ‘o’ shame as she is at chewing off the tape. Vitamin e seems to help it heal, but doesn’t stop the licking. Gonna try taping green tea bag next. That s’mores bar sounds as decadent and disastrous as my chocolate fondue with banana slices, walnut halves, maraschino cherries and cubes of cream cheese. Yum.
Machka what horrible torture! Why didn’t the DDS go right to the nitrous when the first 3 shots didn’t freeze the nerve? If it were me, I’d find an oral surgeon who could put me out for future dental work.
Tracey “… hard spot to narrow down.” :laugh: Ain’t it the truth! I agree with Katla, Faye and Lanette about the importance of Vit D. Are prescriptions included in Canada’s free health care? Would your Dr. write you such a script?
Last night CI went 166 over CO due third glass of wine and the last of the Wheat Thins. Damage was only .2 lb. This morning had the house to myself for an hour while Joe went in to town. No laundry to do, had spot vacuumed yesterday so I indulged in catching up with you accompanied by instant vanilla caramel latte and hoarded/frozen pastry fourths (walnut scone, cinnamon snail, chocolate croissant and cro-nut). Savored every bite and sip. Now time to get up and work off the caffeine and sugar shakes.
Lighter, lovelies!
Barbara, the Southern Oregon Coastie AHMOD
September: better than August.
daily: sit with Joe: 24, weigh: 24, steps>5491=2820 yesterday vits=23.5 log=24 CI<CO=18 CI<250<CO=12 Tumble & Shadow 5=25 mfp=23 outside=22 up hill=24
wkly: T’ai Chi or BB&B x3= rx=3 dance= clean 30 mins=9.5
mnthly: board mtg=1 grant= 20for20=
bonus: AF=14 play= sew=2
auntiebk it's going to take me awhile to figure this out if I hadn't been scrolling up rereading I would not have seen this question.... am I missing something lol I am from massachusetts this is Debbiebert I like to be called Deb is there a setting for notifications?0 -
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It has been a pretty good week- weather is perfect and most of the smoke is gone. We are still getting a little ash but no where near what we were getting- Cleaned the solar panels off last night.
I will be heading up to spend the weekend at my parents place. This is the first time in 7 months since I have spent the night(usually go once a month or more). I am really looking forward to really getting to visit with them. I will go in early tomorrow morning with them to help with the food program/food bank that they do every Sat. at their church, then go see my best friend(bff's for about 50yrs!)-she is doing an estate sale after her mom passed away. She will be busy so won't stay too long but at least we get to see each other.
I will stay up, help at my parents in the garden or what ever they need(acre of garden so always something to pick), pick extra for me to bring home, then come home on Sunday. I will stop on my way home at the stores we usually go to to check bargains.
Hope everyone has a wonderful weekend.
Debbie
Napa Valley,CA2 -
Heather- Edie and Johnny look elated and so glad everyone had a blast...
Faith again slept all day only waking to use the commode and eat and right back to sleep..
So not alot of work.. but will get her in the shower tomorrow...
Was watching the Waltons ,the incredible Dr Pol...and lakefront bargain hunt..and watching the birds... and the chipmunk that is sending Alfie into fits lol2 -
Today is National BRAVE Day!
"National BRAVE Day is about empowering women. It 'honors women who lift each other up, rescue each other and make each other BRAVE,' and exists 'to encourage women to keep moving forward and to be BRAVE.' On the day, women with varied life experiences and from different generations come together to support each other with simple gestures. These are sisters, family members, friends, and strangers who have dealt with struggles and tragedy. National BRAVE Day was founded by Sweetlife Women, a women's ministry, in honor of their founder, Kaci Stewart. In creating the day, Sweetlife Women hoped it would be a spark of encouragement to women, and a reminder to them to strengthen each other."
Pip - The MeerKat is adorable! Looking forward to hearing about your camping adventures.
Tracey - The fall photos are lovely. We don't have much of a fall here, although there are a few spots where you can go to see fall color.
Kim - Glad Levi is on the mend. It's too bad he won't let you mess with his ears... I have a recipe for a great homemade earwash for dogs, but they do have to stand still long enough for you to pour it in.
Today Philip and I drove across town to a park and started our walk with Luna from there. It was nice to see some different scenery.
This is going to be a baking weekend. My mother-in-law's birthday is Tuesday, so we're going to take a gift and a cake over there for a little outdoor, socially-distanced birthday party with them. I think I'm going to make a carrot cardamom cake, because I'm not sure what she likes but I love both carrot cake and cardamom.
Hope we can all take a minute today to celebrate how BRAVE each and every one of us is.
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Debbiebert wrote: »Debbiebert ... yep, you did it right. Some people bold names, others use the @name. Sometimes we'll quote and then respond. It's whatever is easiest for you.
bwcetc thank you very much!! it must be a bit hard to keep up this way, having to look for your name days later, no notifications like fb? I read this thread every day. I am interested in what everyone says to everyone else, not just what they say to me Barbie in NW WA 1 -
grandmallie wrote: »Heather- Edie and Johnny look elated and so glad everyone had a blast...
Faith again slept all day only waking to use the commode and eat and right back to sleep..
So not alot of work.. but will get her in the shower tomorrow...
Was watching the Waltons ,the incredible Dr Pol...and lakefront bargain hunt..and watching the birds... and the chipmunk that is sending Alfie into fits lol
I enjoy watching all those shows too. Fun to watch the Beachfront Bargain Hunters when they do areas near where I used to live with hubby #1- Mobile, AL. Would love to go back there
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Debbiebert wrote: »Debbiebert ... yep, you did it right. Some people bold names, others use the @name. Sometimes we'll quote and then respond. It's whatever is easiest for you.
bwcetc thank you very much!! it must be a bit hard to keep up this way, having to look for your name days later, no notifications like fb?
If you use the @username The person gets a notification.
Notifications can be found by clicking on the bell beside the star and cogwheel ot the top,of the page. Clicking on the notification will take younto the relevant post.
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Stats for the day -
Walk home 2 Audubon st- 28.27min, 88ahr, 103mhr, 3.9ap, 24elev, 1.62mi= 145c
Strava app= 197c
Walk Audubon st 2 gazebo- 55min, 106ahr, 122mhr, 3.9ap, 60elev, 3.59mi= 327c
Strava app= 435c
Walk, skip, sidestep, reverse walk, gazebo 2 home- 55.58min, 116ahr, 147mhr, 3.8ap, 61elev, 3.52mi= 343c
Strava app= 427c
Total 8.72mi
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Made soup for me, catfish for us to have during the week and chicken.
My starter from King Arthur came!!!! I think I was too anxious the last time and the second it rose and passed the float test, I just HAD to make bread. This time I’m not going to be as anxious and I’ll make a double batch. Update: Just did the first feeding.
Vince is feeling much better. Maybe it really was just that he was tired and his body was saying “rest”, because he slept this afternoon and now he’s much better.
Pip – I’ve never seen ice dog treats. Is that maybe frozen beef broth?
Debbie – you posted in the absolute perfect spot! I’m so sorry about your dog, what a heartbreak
Michele NC
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Barbie: I went to the library today to update my library card and afterward tried to find a book to read on library to go. No luck on finding the right book, but at least I’m set to check out books again. We can’t actually go into the library now. I can check out electronic books online. This is managed through amazon.
Heather: I am happy along with you for your successful party. :flowerforyou:
Michele: Good news that Vince is resting well and has no flu like symptoms. I hope he feels better soon.
Three cheers for getting your sourdough starter!!!!! Be sure to double it a few times so that you have some to make your food, and more left to double for the next time. :bigsmile:
Pip: I love the dog treats! They look great.
Debbiebert: Welcome! I read all the posts, too. I comment when I have something positive to say, or if I have a question and want to understand a bit better.
I renewed my library card today. Yay! Next step is to see if I can find something that I want to read.
Katla in beautiful NW Oregon
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Machka ... I had a similar experience in August with a tooth that needed crowned and would not numb in one particular spot after many, many shots of novocaine (I too lost count). I'm sorry you had to experience that. It makes for a "terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day." Since I've always had a problem with getting teeth numb, I've begun to wonder what is different about my teeth than the average persons. After a root canal, the endodontist believes that my teeth not only have the main nerves/roots, but also have off-shoots or canals. I think it might be a contributing factor the problem you and I are having and plan to discuss it with my dentist the next time I see him.
Beth near Buffalo
You and me both!
I have very long roots on my teeth and my dentist thinks that I've got nerve offshoots which are very difficult to get at.
Dentists have always had trouble getting me numb.
During my root canal a year or so ago, she had to aim the needle right down the canal and get a nerve that way. And she has had to use the nitrous oxide before.
I'm hoping that once she gets this crown on, I'll be able to go a whole year without dental work.
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Debbiebert wrote: »Debbiebert ... yep, you did it right. Some people bold names, others use the @name. Sometimes we'll quote and then respond. It's whatever is easiest for you.
bwcetc thank you very much!! it must be a bit hard to keep up this way, having to look for your name days later, no notifications like fb?
It's a forum thread, a different concept than FB. We just scroll through.
If you want a notification, use the @ symbol.
@Debbiebert
Or if you just want to identify who you're talking to, bold a person's name to highlight it, quote a person's comment.
Sometimes we make general comments on a topic as well.
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Happy Birthday to the children and grandchildren!1
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DH & the dog are both quietly snoring. I’m planning to read a bit before sleeping.
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Deb, it must be a bit hard to keep up this way, having to look for your name days later, no notifications like fb? lol, we try really hard to not have to catch up for "days"! We are a very chatty bunch, and it's not unusual to have to read 3 or 4 pages each day. MFP will sort of take you back to the spot you left at, but I find I still need to backtrack frequently. Hang in there! And don't feel you need to respond to everyone, you'd never get anything else done!
Heather so glad the birthday party went off well, she looks so lovely in the photo, seeing her cake! (which also looks darn lovely, btw!)
Kim, it is a shame that Levi won't let you do anything with his ears, I'm sure it would be much easier to deal with if you could clean them out once a week or so. Good luck!
Michele, glad Vince is feeling better!
Lisa, hoping that you are feeling better too!
Machka and Beth, I'm so glad my dentists have not had those kind of problems freezing me! I did have one who didn't put in enough and when he retired and I saw a new one, I started to cringe when SHE started drilling. She immediately stopped and asked if I could feel it. When I nodded yes, she said "well, there's no need for that!" She put in an extra shot and I didn't feel a thing. Unfortunately she had some health issues and was forced to retire, but when I found a replacement I mentioned that I needed and extra shot if he was going to do any freezing, he complied and I have had pain free dental work since. It takes a few hours before I can feel anything, mind you, but with the first one for this story, the freezing would be out by the time I got back to the car. I don't mind soup for supper if I don't have to feel the drill!
Pip, the meerkat looks lovely! Happy that you got your money back as well!
I did not sleep well last night, woke up after a few hours having to pee so badly I was actually in pain! (Sorry if that's TMI !) Anyway, that seemed to be the start of it and I just never really fell back into a nice deep sleep. Maybe tonight..... On the bright side, the scale was very kind this morning! Down 2 lbs since yesterday morning! If only that could be the trend.... lol I have tried to do more meal planning these past few days and cook real food from scratch and it appears to be paying off. I did do a stupid thing on Monday tho, I saw a bag of Carnaby Street Caramels (think Kraft, only a little softer...) I had to buy it. Which was fine, but then I kind of pigged out and my digestive system let me know that it was not amused... I haven't had any for the last two days, and hubby finished the last of them today. Better him than me! I can't believe that I still do things like that, end up making myself sick because I can't stop eating the junk! You'd think someone my age would know better by now!
Apparently not tho. Oh well, they are gone now, and I will not be buying any more! And that's it for me for tonight, need some sleep!
Hugs for those needing them, congrats to those celebrating and welcome to the newbies!
Evelyn, on wonderfully rainy Vancouver Island! We did see the sun today, but we got some good rain too, it really was wonderful!
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