WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR SEPTEMBER 2022
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Heather - it’s a shame DH’s daughter won’t be visiting, but a date out of it is wonderful.
Rodger made supper for me again tonight. Twice in two weeks. I am shocked and regretting not buying an air fryer 4 years ago when he started mentioning it.
Rosemarie - I am a Coca Cola drinker as well. I had quit completely for 2 years and need to stop again. When I’m stopping I know I have to go a solid month or more before even allowing myself one while dining out or having pizza.
Carla - I am so happy for you!
Karen - I hope that she makes good, but it’s concerning that she already had a complaint.
We have a large antique mall in the city and I searched their website to see if they buy as well. They have a spot on their website where you can upload photos of your items and if any of their numerous vendors can contact you if they are interested. I think that will be my Sunday project.
Margaret- good job on passing up the bargains. I need to start doing that too.
Heather - What a joy for you to go through. I felt your excitement in your writing.
Vicki - it sounds like a nice weekend ahead.
Barbara - I struggle stopping bringing things home and also getting rid of them. In the last two or three months I have purchased two Avon Bottles that I had when I was a young lady. I know Mom threw my original ones out.
I don’t know why Avon doesn’t bring those bottles out of retirement. With the vintage popularity right now, they would make a mint.
Lanette - we use ground coffee in our reusable pod. I stopped buying the pods because they are so expensive!
Sue - I decorated for Fall a couple of weekends ago. I love decorating for the seasons.
Allie - watching your friend record would be peaceful I bet.
Ginny - hope your have a mild reaction if you can’t get by with none.
Our youngest daughter tested positive for Covid yesterday. She said she’s tired and achy today but has no fever so it’s much better than yesterday.
Machka - I love your colouring.
My husband needs that meme only to say YouTube instead of Google.
Lisa - that will be a lot of blending, but I think the right people together can do it. Congratulations to your daughter.
Way to go Edie!!!!🏆
Barbie - getting the vaccines so effortlessly is wonderful.
Kelly - I am with you on men cooking. We have been married 35 years and since the air fryer came into the house though, Rodger has made dinner for me twice. He does make his own breakfast and lunches and right now we only get to eat 2 suppers and 2 breakfasts a week. So I can’t complain.
YouTube has good videos on the use of Excel. I have had to search some functions I had to use in years and they were helpful.
I think you need to make a Drs appointment to make sure things are ok.
Rori - I hope your foot heals soon.
Allie - are they giving 5th doses there? We are still on 4. I am not eligible until January because I had Covid in August.
Michele - how long will it take you to decorate now? When do your lights and such get turned on?
Debbie - happy anniversary!
We are not in touch with any of our attendants.
I still speak to everyone that I have ever stood up with. Even the divorced ones. Lol
Vicki - I hope your son continues the job without you having to step in.
Lisa - my exercise therapist told me that even if you move one minute more than you could it’s an improvement. I have a lot less pain days since I started listening to her.
I make two pizzas as well. It also gives us leftovers for our lunches.
Pip - your new set is the same as mine.
I’ve been reading along each evening and gotten interrupted before I could post. I’ll catch up tomorrow again.
Tracey in Edmonton
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Watched the coverage of the funeral on BBC in between chores and exercise. There was an eerie silence outside because there was so little traffic in our town, and not a soul on the street. There were some church bells ringing during the day.
It was a fitting farewell to a remarkable woman. The legendary British pomp and pageantry with all it’s glitz and glamour made spectacular viewing.
Heather: Enjoy every minute of your grands. They will grow so quickly.
Debbie: 🍾🥂Happy Anniversary 🥂🍾
🥳🎉 Cheers to all those celebrating.
Virtual (((hugs))) and 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 for those who need them.
🙋♀️ Miele failte to the newbies.
☘️Terri
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Hi all!
Expecting the window men in 15 mins or so. Hope they can do something and it doesn't cost too much.
I'm picking up Bea on my own today as DH is at cricket. His buddy rang this morning to say his wife has tested positive for covid, but he is still going to go and they can distance as it is outside.
The reason he gave is that he had paid for the hotel! They have just returned from a tour of Israel with her church. I hope DH is sensible. We both had covid in July, so I'm not desperately worried, but I'm surprised that his friend thinks it is OK to stay in the hotel.
Yesterday's haggis went fine. Food was delicious, but, of course, my son was stiff and sore from the triathlon. He was not able to put up the grab bar by the bath, but that's fine. I always feel a little frustrated at the conversation we do/don't have. I think I always expect too much. It's light and easy, but he really doesn't want to go deeper.
We didn't watch the funeral, but I chose to watch the highlights on the 10 pm news. I enjoyed the Guardian distillation of the funny Twitter feeds.
My son seemed to have enjoyed it. He loved the music.
Love to all, Heather UK xxxxxxxx1 -
Update - two very nice guys came round and the bad news is - they CAN'T repair the windows.
The good news is, I won't have to pay out money for it.
I'm not in a position to replace the whole thing, so it's status quo again.
Oh well ......... Feeling a bit tearful.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx3 -
DH will be transferred to a rehab facility today. Our daughter will take me to see him later in the day. Earlier today I plan to go shopping for cottage cheese, my favorite breakfast choice. I also hope to find some decorative items for the apartment.3
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Katla: I hope your husband's transfer to the rehab goes well.
Heather: Disappointing about the windows. Houses can be overwhelming to keep up with. I have cried many tears over my house.
PiPCD34: Nice handle changes! We have done some of that as well....but we paid a plumber so you are lucky!
Ginny: Some work tasks are just a pain.
Lisa: Congrats on the exercise. Have you tried Get Fit With Rick...he has some low impact step videos on the internet. I am paying for his full program, but barely have time to do it.
RVRita: Yes, between the Dentist and the ENT you should get answers. So sorry you are going through this and sorry that it is hot.
Debbie: You were a lovely bride and your spouse is quite handsome! Hopefully he can get away from his mother some and spend some quality time with you!
Barbara: I drink Coke and diet Coke. I have ordered water Joe which has caffeine and should arrive on Thursday to replace the sodas. I am not ready to give up caffeine!
I watched the Queen's funeral..and then was very tired last night. Today an ambulance is coming to take my husband for a G-tube change. I better get going to pack his equipment up. I really could use a swim at the pool, so I could stretch and do the breast stroke. I feel myself crinkling up. Maybe next week I can go for a swim, Thank you all for your support. I appreciate you all!
Rosemarie from Georgia
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I am hoping for a good day and time with DH. My daughter will take me to see him later today if all goes well.3
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Happy Anniversary, Debbie!
Work is SO MUCH nicer on a big screen. I actually feel like I'm getting work done now. (cuz I am) And my neck doesn't hurt.
Have a GREAT Tuesday!
Love and Blessings, Carla, in MN2 -
Morning all. I had to take today off. I woke up yesterday with a pinched nerve in my neck. It wasn't bad, at first, so my day went on as normal. Kids were here. But as the day went on, the nerve got a little more aggravated and lifting my arms and lifting babies became harder. I have to say, I had to breathe through some moments and really make an effort to censor my language around the kids. I spent last night doing some neck/upper back stretching that one of my childcare parents (a physical therapist) recommended. Also, ice and heat. I woke this morning feeling better; but not 100%. I don't want to risk aggravating the nerve/muscles again, so I let everyone know that I am not taking kids today. So...I am having a second cup of coffee while a heated massage wrap does its work on my neck and shoulders.
I spoke with a doctor yesterday afternoon regarding the heavier period. (It is over, by the way) She said it does happen sometimes, and can be a normal part of menopause for some women; but she still wants me to come in as I haven't been in for a check up in a few years. So...appointment made for early October. Bonus, because I don't have insurance it will cost me about 50% less than if I had insurance. So, about $100 for the visit, then the cost of lab work which I figure from past visits will probably cost me around $300.
Our healthcare system sucks the big one.
Viv- Nice work with the phone company! I find most times it is those small victories when it comes to managing bills. I am so glad they would work with you and your mom!
The Queen- I have a great deal of respect for the late Queen Elizabeth. The longevity of her reign and life and the things that she has had to handle. Truly, the changes that needed to be made as the world changed over the course of her reign is astounding. That said, I have really not watched any of the funeral/mourning. I skimmed over some of the articles; but so many are so critical of how members of the royal family are reacting. I find it very unfair reporting. People reacting to death/grief in their own way. How they were brought up plays into it. I understand that the Queen being a public figure, there is no choice but a very public funeral. But to tear down the family because of how they grieve. I personally can't imagine having to parade myself in front of millions while my heart is breaking and be judged by every flicker of emotion crossing (or not crossing) my face.
Katla- Great news on your DH! Do you have your car back?
Heather- A big UGH! regarding the window. Could you post that pic of it again and tell me exactly what it is you aren't happy with? I wonder if there is a work around just to make it more eye appealing for you. You know, I think I would have guessed that was Edie, even if you hadn't let us know. Those eyes! Beautiful girl!
Debbie- Happy Anniversary! Such a beautiful couple!
Tracey- Thanks for the heads up on Excel on Youtube. I was wondering that very thing as I typed about checking into classes in my last post. Consequently, my local library has not resumed any of their "class" offerings.
Ooops. I hear Tim. I think he needs some help getting out of bed. I better see what I can do. This should be interesting. lol ttfn xoxoxo KJ (Kelly)
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Morning ladies
Im over with Miles
He is getting much better about not crying without mommy ,the new play mat seems to help..
Terry- because im imunocompromised i guess with the new variant i can get the new vaccine.. and might as well get the flu shot at the same time,and recoup over the weekend.1 -
KJ - So sorry about your neck. I've had a similar thing now and then and it is utterly MISERABLE! Rest is the only thing. Hot and cold compresses. Your body really seems to be protesting about your workload. Is there any way at all you could cut down? I guess you'll say, NO CHANCE! But the silent heart attack, the break through bleed, the neck pain. ..... Be as kind to yourself as possible, my friend.
My window is ugly. One missing handle, draught blowing through, fogging and not opening. Pretty comprehensive! I was hoping against hope that they could do something.
Off to fetch Bea later. I'm missing DH, the child-whisperer. Luckily, I am the person with the after-school snacks, so she may not be utterly disappointed.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx3 -
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I do not have my car yet. Our daughter has it. She wants me to take a bus to walmart. I only need a few items. Cottage cheese is high on the list. It is a favorite. We bought some cute small stuffed toys on a previous trip. We had three and one disappeared. I hope to find one that will replace the missing one.
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Pip must confess I envy your DH’s can do attitude ;}
Tracey and Rosemarie, good luck with the Coca Cola. It’s a toughie.
Heather SMH at Johnny’s friend. Sorry to hear no inexpensive fix for that window.
Katla hope you can find some good blueberries to go with that cottage cheese. Brava for taking the bus and exploring on your own.
KJ fingers X’d for favorable test results.
Done:9/19: Move: 2 sets pt, line dancing class, active mins:260 steps:7602Whoops time to dash, later,
Fuel: plants (running count for week) so far: 8+ cacao 70%, cashews, coconut, onion-red, pecans, potato, tea, watermelon. CI<CO=953
Live: Joe, readings, BP, one load laundry, post office, Grocery Outlet, Freddie’s, fire district board meeting minutes.
Wt:138.2
Lighter, lovelies!
Barbara, the Southern Oregon Coastie AHMOD
2022: Be still and listen.
September: Move more, fuel better, live NOW.
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Well, dentist found issue. Root of one tooth may need root canal. But tooth has large filling and is cracked from my nighttime teeth clenching so may just have it pulled. She wants me to go a second opinion 2.5 hours away! I may just say no and tell her to pull it. I already have a partial with 6 teeth on it. One more won’t be that different.
Saw this and thought I’d share:
RvRita in Roswell
Edited to add I just noticed that my login streak is 1005 days today! I’m impressed with myself!8 -
Got to exercise this morning!!! So did Denise Austin Quick Burn Cardio DVD then took a walk around the block. Actually, I did some jogging and then walking at parts. The plan for tomorrow after work is to go to the gym and do a Body Pump DVD.
Heather – where does the time go??? It seems like just yesterday that you were making the christening cake
Debbie – happy anniversary! You made a beautiful bride. You made your dress! Stunning
Came back from ceramics, will probably work some on the jigsaw puzzle
Lisa – many times I modify the DVD. Like I want low impact. So I modify. Also, I was told to avoid lunges and things like that because I fractured a bone in my foot so now it’s weak. Putting stress on it might very well cause it to fracture again. So I do pushups etc. on my knees. I know I physically have the ability to do them on my toes, but I won’t take the chance. It just isn’t worth it.
Katla – so glad dh is being transferred. Is the rehab place closer to you?
Michele NC
Thank you!!
I have been sewing since I was in 4th grade. Being , at the time 4'11" and 101lbs, it was easier to make my dress than try and find one I liked that would fit. My parents paid more in alterations on my first wedding's dress than I paid for the fabric for my second one and got exactly what I wanted. My first one, I was 4'10" and 94lbs and it was long, bought at a bridal store. Alterations were expensive.
When I loose this extra weight, I want to do more sewing for myself. I did make my skirt for my dad's memorial service.
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Rosemarie2972 wrote: »
Debbie: You were a lovely bride and your spouse is quite handsome! Hopefully he can get away from his mother some and spend some quality time with you!
Rosemarie from Georgia
Thank you- sadly, it isn't just him being at his mother's that is the problem. I say I was demoted to room mate/maid 26 yrs ago- It is so frustrating. Not bringing it up AGAIN to him right now-I put up with it for 26 yrs, what is a few more months.
He is under way too much stress because of his mother(mentally, past his breaking point too often with her the last 3+ months, so much that it has scared me but he won't get help)
I have even written out letters, lists at Christmas for what I want(simple things, basically, spend real time with me, treat me like a wife just once in a while,)
I wake up at night hearing him saying "I love you, I love you and hear kissing noise" nope, not for me, it is for one of the cats.
For most of those years, I thought it was my fault, something wrong with me. My first husband had left with no warning, just left and then this one treating me like this. Then, former hubby contacted me 20yrs after leaving and explained everything, apologized and now we are best friends and talk all the time. He says leaving was the biggest mistake he ever made. He wanted to do the right thing and not break up my current marriage so after his second wife died from cancer, met and married quickly after. Just to not be alone.
Most days I am ok with settling for what I have but there are days where I am not. On those days, I try to keep myself busy to not think.6 -
Tracey- we love our air fryer. We had the one with the basket- wanted to see if we really would use it or not. Used it so much, wore it out. Upgraded to the one that has two trays.
Dh doesn't cook, has never cooked dinner or any meal for me on his own and only rarely helped in the past, BUT he will use the air fryer to cook things for himself. That is the only appliance besides the microwave he has ever used.
We use ours every day.
After we liked ours so much, that Christmas many of our friends/family got them as gifts from us. We even sent one to my former hubby(he loves it and got one for his brother)
Found out my best friend doesn't have one so just bought one for her. BestBuy had it on sale over 75% off- got it for just $201 -
Pick up went fine. We had some good chats.
My son drove them to swimming, which is just around the corner from me. Not far to walk home! It's a private pool which the owner rents out to the swimming teacher. Both girls are going every other Tuesday.
I carried on sorting through my Memory Box this morning. Found such a lot of interesting stuff. I was very keen on sticker books and took great delight in the pages with Pocahontas, Florence Nightingale, and Grace Darling on! Female icons. Of course the real stories are somewhat more prosaic.
Also found diaries agonising about whether I should have a baby or not. I don't think the joys of grandchildren even entered my mind. How strange life is!
Expecting DH back in a few minutes. I have been eating too much while waiting for him. We do tend to indulge ourselves when we have been looking after the grandchildren.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx
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