WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR DECEMBER 2020
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Greetings from chilly SFL.
Beth – Sorry about your losses. Snow!
RV Rita – I love your manger. Are those corn husks or palm fronds? Glad you are getting on the mend mentally. Sorry about the other!
Flea – I love your new family member! My friend is extremely frustrated looking for a new cat. He prefers older rescues (7 or so). The shelters here want you to make a decision based upon a picture. All pet people know that is close to impossible – we need to know if there is a personality match.
Terri – Well done with maintenance!
Ginny – Love the drive-through party idea. What a great way to keep up a tradition.
Margaret – Hugs to you.
Thyme – Welcome to the group.
Allie – You’re in the best place. Thank you for keeping us posted. So sorry you’re going through all of this.
Canned Cranberry Sauce – At one time it was a delicacy. Then I started making many things from scratch and found I prefer making cranberry sauce from scratch. I love being able to control the sugar and adding different fruits and spices so I can adjust it to the meal/sides/stuffing.
Tracey – Big hugs and prayers for those in your care. I love the homemade gifts for the grands.
Barbara – Oh, the gross tasting gifts. I find a simple thank you for thinking of me is best. My boss, whom I love, has a habit of bringing in her baking when her and her husband are tired of eating it (especially around the holidays). By the time she brings things in they are usually stale. If she asks or mentions it, I will tell her, oh, I saw them, but by the time I went to get a taste everything was gone. LOL!
Cookie Exchanges – The first and last time I participated in one turned out to be a big disappointment. The planner in me planned a beautiful cookie, got everything together, baked the night before so everything was fresh, bagged them up in decorative bags, and placed them on a decorated tray. Most of the people participating did not bring enough for everyone, some brought cheap, store-bought cookies, some did not bring anything at all, etc. It was probably the “wrong” group and I know I sound a little judgmental. I completely understand some do not bake and want to participate. I do not mind decent bakery cookies or little bags of Hersey kisses. It was funny because this was an annual group and those not “really” participating made such a big to-do over what they brought. Anyway, I digress. I have found I would much rather bake and give then the group participation thing. 😊
Heather – Up until my early 20s I was exactly like you. After a comment by a dear friend who noticed how antsy I used to get I evaluated myself and was able to tamper down my OCD. Now, I am almost the complete opposite. Well, not really, just taught myself to be a little more go with the flow when others are doing the planning. I also had to teach myself how not to plan out every moment of the day, every vacation day, my workday, etc. It has taken years. I am now more relaxed and not so tense all of the time. I no longer grind my teeth, have TMJ, and feel more grounded. Wow, Max is getting so big. What a precious picture.
Lanette – What a scare with Sophie! I am glad it was an anomaly. I wish all of the States would just legalize for general use in humans.
Annie – It seems your mom is just going to do what she does. Big hug to you – you are very patient and kind.
Lisa – Great news on the medical front. I am so glad everything is stabilizing.
DrKatie – Oh, my. Hopefully, you are not in too much pain. Sorry it is your dominate hand.
Work has been busy – month end. Finance continues to close later and later so it puts my team behind. I will have to work a little bit this weekend to get things done. I have a haircut scheduled today – yea! The numbers in FL are crazy and climbing steadily as predicted. The only good thing about it is I am probably getting exposed every time I go out and my body is doing what it is supposed to do – build immunity. Serum tests are not necessary here so I would have to pay out of pocket, if I want one. I can donate blood and get a free serum test so I will have to schedule a blood donation soon. 😊
Fae – Like you I am keeping it simple this year. I have taken out treasured keepsakes and have put up things around the house. I love Christmas lights and put a few up inside my windows.
Roof Update – I believe I told the story of the roofs in my community. They were severely damaged from a hurricane over three years ago. The board fought with the insurance company for years, yes years. The insurance company finally settled, and work has begun. The work is slated to begin on my building Tuesday. I have hated the way our buildings have looked. Instead of an assessment of $25k for each owner, the assessment is expected to be between $7 and $10k. Our fences will also be replaced, and the buildings will get painted. I have put off getting many things done inside of my home due to not knowing how much the assessment was going to cost me. TG we can pay over time and the board worked with the bank for this to be a 10-year loan.
Hugs to all and prayers for those in need.
SuziQ – SFL
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Allie: I am thrilled that you’re receiving good care. You have always been the care giver in the time I’ve known you. I am pleased that you are now getting good care. ❤️3
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Allie (((HUGS)))
Katla I am highly allergic to juniper.
Michele Thanks for explaining why you married Vince.
Barbara I had to read your statement about "Joe cutting you off," twice.
KJ Your Kindle post made me teary-eyed.
Lisa I thank sympathy is something even the most compassionate males lose with age
Fae near Rio de la Frontera central Or/Wa1 -
Kelly Thank you!
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Kate UK ❤️1
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Poor DH was awake in the night with anxiety about his ailments. He was reading his Kindle, so it didn't keep me awake, but I didn’t sleep peacefully, knowing he was upset. We think, and the doc suspects, it is something to do with his low heart rate at rest. His chest gets wheezy and his head feels 'full'. He is fine in the daytime.
The cleaner has been for the first time in a month. This house doesn't get very dirty, so I'm not noticing a lot of difference. Nice to know it's done though. I can just about see where she's been.
I'm crossing all my fingers and ties that the improvement in my gluteal tendonopathy will continue. I am no longer in agony, just uncomfortable. Here's hoping it continues to improve. It's been miserable. My mood is now much enhanced.
Yesterday I had another good thing happen. I was watching an Easy German video which did not have subtitles. Amazingly, I could understand quite a bit of it, enough to know what they were talking about!
I have tried to learn German since I was 7 years old and had a German best friend. I have had several goes at it over my lifetime, but always gave up discouraged. This time I am working my way through Duolingo for the third time, but also watching at least a couple of subtitled Easy German videos every day. It seems as if that has made all the difference.
I was so delighted to realise I had made some progress! I speak German in my head quite a bit now.
I also do a minimum of one French and one Spanish video a day, often more. Those languages are pretty well established, so just need maintaining.
So two good things to celebrate!
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx9 -
KELLY
I watched A Little Princess this week on Prime TV with Liesel Matthews and loved it. It was a favorite book of mine in 3rd grade and I also loved the early movie with Shirley Temple.
Carol in GA5 -
Thanks! My mom is 88. Exercise for her could even be walking around the house for five minutes. I'm scared she will lose the ability to climb the stairs. Not sure what would happen then. My Dad is badgering her about the exercise now, so I have to not overdo it.
Dr Katie - hope your hand gets better fast!
Annie in Delaware4 -
SuziQ Are those all your windows? I love multi-colored lights for Christmas and the holidays. I leave mine up until the middle of Jan. I have never been one to appreciate white or solid color lights for the holidays. Nice photo of the lights. I have trouble getting a good photo because my fence is white. Going over today to help a friend put up her huge tree. I do a small tree that is well known as Fae's Christmas Shrub.2
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Christmas Tree Reflections
From this mornings guitar practice
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Faetta's food and exercise diary was found coffee stained for 12/04/2020 and has been turned over to the FCC (Forum Calorie Counters) for further investigation.
Love and hugs to all you awesome ladies,
Fae - eccentric old mountain and river chick
wandering the hills and river banks unencumbered
by advanced years male aggravation and disregard
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Tracey: New PJ’s on Christmas Eve is a nice tradition. :bigsmile: I remember opening one gift on Christmas Eve, too. Others were opened in the morning before we drove to Portland and shared Christmas dinner at my cousin’s home. We also visited my Auntie Irene’s house. She was a reader, too, and bought me a horse book for my Christmas gift each year. I still have every one of them. I also treasure a book that was a Christmas gift to her as a young girl, Little Women, by Louisa May Alcott, dated 1886 & 1887. She received it as a gift in 1908.
Barbara: We have so many new "rules" these days. If your dog group meets outdoors or in an area with good social distancing and mask wearing owners, it would likely be a pleasure for dogs and people alike, and safe. I hope you & Tumble are able to have a good time with them.
Lisa & Barbara: Our library is also available—sort of. They participate in Library to Go. It is managed through Amazon and the electronic books are able to be downloaded to your computer, kindle, tablet, or smart phone. You must have an up-to-date library card to to check out books through Library to Go. I had to renew mine, and the librarian met me outside on the steps to update my library card. Only staff was allowed inside. I think it is still true. :bigsmile:
KJ: Kindle my Heart is so touching. Thank you for sharing.
(((Allie:))) I am happy that you are safe.
SuziQ: I’m glad the insurance company finally settled & your roof will be repaired. :flowerforyou:
Heather: I am so sorry that your DH had trouble sleeping due to worries about his ailments. I hope the doctor is able to resolve the problem.
We’re working on Christmas gifts for our adult children. DS and DDIL’s gifts were settled yesterday. We already sent our contribution to DD’s children’s gifts. DD & her DH’s gifts will be attended to on Monday. Then we’re done!!!
Katla in Beautiful NW Oregon
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So, I've given in and this is my minimalist contribution to winter cheer. Haven't lit the candle yet.
Actually I'm quite pleased with it.
I bought my big baubles last year and love them. The lights in the hearth are hearts.
Fruhe Weinachten!
Love Heather UK xxxxxx9 -
“SuziQ113 Member
December 5, 2020 5:14AM
Greetings from chilly SFL.
Beth – Sorry about your losses. Snow!
RV Rita – I love your manger. Are those corn husks or palm fronds? Glad you are getting on the mend mentally. Sorry about the other!“
Thank you SuziQ! The manger is made out of corn husks. I live the look of it, it is light for RV storage and amazingly tough!
Allie praying for you. As bad as being on the hospital is, enjoy the attention and caring! Time for you to receive it rather than give it!
My mood is much better, thank you all for the virtual support! I’ve let it go. My middle DD has always been that way. She’s always mad at someone and it was my turn!
Mailed my Christmas cards out and shipped Christmas gifts out. Family Christmas done! I’m making hats for all my Park family. Only 2 to go!
Just finished the low carb plan on MFP. 4 weeks of some amazing recipes. I did it for the recipes. I’ve been low-carb for 2 years now. But recently found I can’t handle gluten. I was tested for celiac disease and was on edge. I think I’ve gone over the edge. For me, no gluten = no bowel pain and bloat.
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Lisa - Trading me in for a younger model is something Rodger would tell me. 😂
Allie - I’m so glad they are keeping you until everything is working properly and you have begun the healing. I bet you are one that wouldn’t rest as much as necessary at home.
Suzi - that’s a huge difference in the assessment fees! Good for the board for fighting.
Fae - I so agree about the white lights. I’m all about the coloured lights at Christmas. One thing I will say about the white lights is that the ornaments are highlighted a bit more. I have some white lights in decorations but my outdoor lights, window lights and tree lights are coloured. I see quite a few in our area have gone back to coloured this year.
Katla - my daughter had one of my Grandmother’s treasured storybooks from when she was a little girl from 1915 or so. It was lost due to water damage in the fire we had. She now has some of her old readers from her teaching days in the 30’s and 40’s.
She also has one of my Dad’s readers called All Sails Set, there is a story in that called Circumstances Alter Carla, I loved that story as a young girl.
I have found another project for my poor husband to do before Christmas. Our son in law, saw something he liked and I can’t have it delivered before Christmas so we’ll make it ourselves. It will involve wood burning though so the majority of the work will fall on him.
I have a couple of stocking stuffers left for the adult children and then I think I’m done except for our poor son in law, I’m struggling with him this year. There is always one.
Tracey in Edmonton
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We just picked up our groceries at QFC. There were some items not available but the things that we couldn't get last week, were available today. I was able to use the paper coupons I get in the mail so I saved $5.90 on today's order. They didn't have the stuffing mix I wanted nor the turkey and I realized how relieved I am at being freed from making turkey this year.
Rita, I'm glad to hear you have some relief from your sadness about your daughter. She is what she is even if it's not what you'd like.
Library Our library was closed from March to June. Now it is open for pickup and delivery outside. Checking out electronic books via Washington Anytime Library and Hoopla has been available all the time. I also get books through Paperback Swap online.
Barbie in NW WA2 -
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I went to Costco tonight and bought some Christmas gifts. I saw the Dolly Parton book I want. I hard a hard time leaving it there and not buying it for Myself. We have a rule in this family though, “no buying yourself anything in the month of December”
Tracey in Edmonton
We used to have that rule too, but now we don't buy each other Christmas gifts. We buy each other things throughout the year.
Tina in CA3 -
I have lost 25 lbs since i have locked up here just had lunch of salad and soup..will walk a bit and then back for a nap13
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Starting to put up our tree. I am taking the branches outside and letting them air out before I put it together. The tree is over twenty years old and part of it is stored in a cardboard box. I just learned this year. Cardboard can harbor mold so I figured an airing in sunshine would be good for the tree. I can do it this year too because we do not have snow that is sticking yet.5
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