WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR SEPTEMBER 2022
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Today was more spring-like ...
Machka in Oz6 -
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Interestingly M, I'm just not sure about the two screens thing. That kinda freaks me out. I know it's supposed to be seamless, but I just don't get the tech. BUT yes, tech is amazing! Who'da'thunk that 30 years ago!
OH man, what are those flowers? Those are so pretty!
I am getting more cautiously excited about my office. Met a couple more of my coworkers on Wed. and going back in today to grab my key card and drop some more "stuff" off. Just don't want to carry everything in on Tuesday.
Have a wonderful weekend all!
Love and Blessings, Carla, in MN2 -
I’m still around. Got behind. Pg 2
RvRita5 -
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Happy Friday ladies!
Kim - I have spreadsheet quite similar to yours for logging the plant foods. I recorded them a lot last year and a few weeks this year, realized I was doing well so haven't bothered. I've been eating plenty from my garden and back yard, including apples, tomatoes, blackberries and Rose of Sharon bush which has huge white flowers the hummingbirds love - they are kind of sweet.
Also, you inspired me to monitor electricity usage. Hung a load of laundry out on the wooden drying rack again yesterday afternoon. I'm doing all I can in preparation for dealing with the "big chill" this winter and to be more aware of energy conservation.
Barbie - hope the specialist can figure out your vision problem. Several years ago I experienced a major PVD (Posterior Vitreous Detachment) which gave me a huge floater in my left eye. Driving at night was really hindered because of the low light and that floater. It's taken several years, but it seems to have resolved. When that PVD happened, the doc watched it carefully so it wouldn't tear the retina.
Heather -thrilled that your husband wants to go on that cruise. I don't blame you for being concerned about upcoming energy price hikes. Hope they are just preparing us for the worst and it's not as bad as we imagine.
Karen - great job with the cleanout!! Sounds like the end is in sight. Do you have a deadline? When is your new place going to be ready?
After my husband died, I decided to increase the bi-weekly garbage pickup to every week. So I have the opportunity to fill a big blue garbage can that gets dumped into the truck every Monday. Some of the discards were my husband's, but most was just worn-out, broken, dirty stuff which needed to be gone and my mind and energy wasn't in that place before he passed. The can is sitting half empty right now and my goal this weekend is to stuff it to the gills. I know I can.
Carol - I've been thinking about your situation with leaving all those antiques and collections for your son to clean out some day. Have you spoken to him about it? Maybe he will say - don't worry.
I like Karen's advice - if we have spouses or family members unwilling to go declutter their own stuff in the house or shed, at least we can begin with our own.
And a friendly reminder - I'm sure you gals don't need it - any Polaroids or risque love letters (or anything else you don't want the kids or movers to discover) tucked beneath the paper lining your dresser drawers or some other secret place should probably be shredded right now. Unless you led a decadent life and want a biographer to write a thrilling account of your escapades. If so, leave 'em be
I gotta go jam some old nasty lawn chairs into that garbage can. Wish me luck.
Make it a wonderful weekend, ladies!
Lanette
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Well, here I am! lol So much to comment about and things that happened a couple of weeks ago, that I never commented about. I know you will all forgive me if I miss something.
Rebecca- Loving the pics of Athena! She is such a beauty! Big hugs to you and your sister. Navigating the hard stuff is easier with someone helping.
Tracey- Love the ceramic castle and dragon! I don't think I have painted ceramic anything since jr high. We have an art barn nearby, that allows the public to come in and make all kinds of things (stained glass, tile creations, ceramic stuff, etc) Of course, it is pricey, but I am thinking I might do it as a treat for myself. Maybe take one of my artsy friends with me.
Michele- You are kind to take on your coworker and deal with his "life issues". But do you feel like you have to? That's not good for you (or him) if you feel like it is an obligation. When is your visit with Denise?
Barbie- THANK YOU for bringing us into September! Like many others, I enjoy reading how you have streamlined your life to make it easier for you and your DH! Inspirational!
Heather- I rejoice with you and your upcoming "surprise" cruise! As I cruise, vicariously through you, I say you enjoy every moment of this trip with your generous/adventurous Johnny! La Dolce Vita! Love the pics of the kids! Sweet Bea! Just when we think she is getting so old; here she is with her "lovie"!
Machka- I enjoy reading your posts. I think we are very similar in the way we process and handle the challenges that come into our lives. I feel like mentally, we are in the same place when it comes to handling the stresses of being "carers" for our husbands. It is a challenge. Definitely not one I thought I would be facing at 50 (now 55). But we get it done. Hugs to you!
Katie bug and Beth- Thinking of you both as you handle living situations for your parents. Been there with my inlaws. Not an easy road to travel.
Karen VA- I am with you on the "purging" of things. I have never really been a "saver" of anything, though. I think that is due to losing my folks so young, and having to go through the sorting/selling of their things. My DH learned when his mom passed. He wanted to (and so we kept) many things. Over the years, he has finally been able to let go of a LOT of it. It does look like I will be stuck with his mother's ugly green cookie jar for the rest of my life, though.
Rori- Has anyone ever told you how stunning and full of life you are?! Whenever you post, it is very life affirming, warm, and real. Sending you all of the love!
Rita How exciting to be teaching! I think it is very fulfilling to teach someone something new. Kind of a cool little tidbit about your park.
Let's see, what have I been up to? lol My childcare has been growing. As the older kids have headed off to school, I have had to fill a few part time (M,W,F) spots. So I have interviews set up for four new families. The kids are all over 18 mos. They have to be; because I currently have three under 18 months with two more infants starting in February/March of 2023 (as the oldest infant will be over 18 mos at that point). I have another infant scheduled to start in August of 2023. Yes, that is right my infant spots are being booked a year to a year in a half in advance. One of my childcare families outgrew me this fall. Their boys are 2nd grade and Kindergarten. The mama of these two made me the most spectacular quilt. She titled it Guiding and Growing and incorporated many little symbols of the care I gave her boys. She got the idea for it and began the planning/work on it four years ago. On the boys last day, when she and her husband came to pick up the boys, they presented me with the quilt. I was so touched. I have never had someone put that much thought (and work) into a gift. She and I were both crying in my driveway. Pictures of the quilt and the letter explaining the quilt are posted below. The morse code translation is: Thank You, Love J,J,S,P (their first initials). Extremely touching and humbling. The parents have also invited DH and I to dinner tonight at a very nice upscale restaurant. Kid free. I have not dined in a place like this since DH and I were dating (33+ years ago)!
My grandsons are growing like weeds. I have recent pics of Joaquin starting Kindergarten and of Javier in his walker. My daughter calls his walker "baby jail" because that is where she puts him when he is getting into the dog's food and water dishes. YES, he is throwing a full on tantrum in shots three and four. LOL I have not included a pic of Miguel, as all of his pics lately have been coming to me via video. He is an almost three year old ball of energy and he is going through a language growth spurt. His latest thing to say is "I da boss." (I'm the boss.) This is usually in answer to whatever his mom is attempting to get him to do.
Baby Joaquin:
Kindergarten boy, Joaquin:
Javier the jail bird:
Myself with the two boys that outgrew me:
the quilt:
The letter that came with the quilt:
I have today off, so I slept in until 7am. Enjoyed two cups of coffee before DH woke up and needed my help getting up. There is a road crew outside tearing up our bike path (and repaving it). It makes me kind of sad that I don't have the kids today. They love to watch the bulldozers, excavators, and dump trucks. They have been working in view of my house since 7:30 this morning. The kids would have been mesmerized.
Sending love and hugs to all! So many I haven't responded to, but know I read your posts and you are all in my heart. Welcome new girls!
OH! P.S. to PIP- Let me know when you begin collecting for the MS bike ride! I know it is coming up. Send me the link to donate to your page.
ttfn xoxoxo KJ (Kelly)
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Stats for the day-
Walk/slow jog w/yogi- 1hr 29min 1sec, 85elev, 4.17ap, 114ahr, 158mhr, 6.20mi or 10k= 640c
Strava app = 759c
Walk home to gym- 12.31min, .54mi= 53c
Strava app = 67c
Elliptical machine- 15min, 2-5lvl, 2-5incl, 114ahr, 153mhr, 1.15mi= 141c
Treadmill jog- 9.51min, 6.1-6.4sp, 127ahr, 172mhr, 9.51min mi, 1mi= 116c
Walk gym to home-12.56min, .55mi= 58c
Strava app = 68c
Total cal 10081 -
Katla- I will send you the link, thanks. I have done terribly in my efforts to raise $$$. I’m glad I will be riding virtually this year. I don’t even have enough raised to do the ride if I was there. You need $250 raised to be able to do the ride. Since I’m a virtual rider, I don’t have that requirement. This will also be the first time I don’t reach my goal so I won’t be getting a bike jersey.1
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OMG Kelly! That made me tear up! Fabulous!!
Okie in the TX Hill Country1 -
Pip- I need your link, too! KJ1
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Rosemarie--My DSIL and a co-worker that had ALS and they had the computer they used with their eyes. What a great invention.
Michele--I really do think you are a Blessing to Jerry and the fact you make rules and stick to them is great. Thank you for being his friend.
Kelly--What a beautiful gift. You more than deseve it for all you do for your children.
Blessings, Vicki GRAND ISLAND, NE1 -
KJ - You 100 % deserve that gorgeous quilt!
Love Heather xxxxxxxx0 -
KELLY ~
What a wonderful way to show appreciation for all you have done for those two boys. I know you will prized this forever.
Your grand boys are such cuties!
Carol in GA
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LANETTE
My son and his wife know fully well what they will be dealing with once they have to clear out the mess! But, I am sure they will undertake the job and do better than either I or my DH. Some of the stuff in the basement is what they have dumped on us...LOL
Carol in GA2 -
KJ,
Your post and quilt pic made me teary-eyed. That quilt!!! and the wonderful message. So heartwarming.
Karen in Virginia0 -
Busy day today.
Morning: Leaders/Convenors Conference
Afternoon: Parchment Craft. Started a birthday card for DH.
DYD brought her older dog to us to look after for a fortnight while she flies out to Boston to visit her BFF. her younger dog is going to his favourite pet spa where he goes every Friday. The owner absolutely adores him. Not surprising, as he has a lovely temperament. He’s just a little too lively for us to have.
Heather: Edie has an excellent graphic ability.
🥳🎉 Cheers to all those celebrating.
Virtual (((hugs))) and 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 for those who need them.
🙋♀️ Miele failte to the newbies.
☘️Terri3 -
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For all you policy people out there , is it permissible to post my donation link here for my upcoming MS Ride?4
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