WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR DECEMBER 2022
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Walked around the block twice today. When I got back Mason was up. He usually gets up early it seems. Work tomorrow then bowling in the afternoon and ceramics at night
Barbara -wine and chocolates sound much better while watching Hallmark Channel movies than Tumble’s grooming aids. Guess Shadow doesn’t ride Maizey
Teresa and the kids left. They’re going to stop at Jess’ place then go on. I didn’t realize that they lived in Maryland, I thought they lived in VA! The kids kept saying that they wanted to come back in the summer so that they could go swimming. I don’t mind. I seemed to be more tolerant of the kids than Vince was.
Did 2 loads of laundry. I did want to wash the sheets in the bedroom that Steve will use next weekend so that I have time to put them on the bed.
Anne DE – the dripping water on me I can handle. But I do keep an eye out that it doesn’t get any worse and then the water goes into the food. Actually, the last time that happened, I did the prep in the sink where they wash the dishes. One manager got upset that I did it there. When I asked her where she wanted me to do it, she pointed to the sink where I usually do it. When I got home that day I texted the store manager and asked her what plan “B” was. She told me that she’d prefer I do it at the prep sink (actually, so would I because it’s set up to do the prep) but if that’s not possible, she’s OK with me doing it elsewhere (and there really isn’t any other place). Well, that manager said to me “I talked to Molly (store manager) and you can’t do it there (the prep sink). Ren can knock us down 25 points. So I just said “well, if the Department of Health ever saw that, it really wouldn’t matter what Ren said”. At the time I didn’t know that Ren was the Department of Health. I should have said “and how many point will we be knocked down by being closed down for a health hazard?”. Really, she’s a manager, she should have known better! But I also know that no matter what, she was the kind of person who had to be right, even if she was wrong. Actually, she went to another store. Can’t say that I’m upset. Truthfully, I do wish Libby (or Hoopla) had more books to download. Too many times I’ve found that the book is available, but the audiobook isn’t. Ever since I’ve started working and my hands are in water all the time, my nails have gotten soft.
Barbara – sounds like a good breakfast to me!
Vince said that he’s had afib for 2 hours so he’s laying down right now. Honestly, I don’t like the fact that he seems to be having these attacks, to me, frequently. I don’t know
Allie – I like to buy my gas at Sam’s on Sunday morning (remember, I live in the Bible Belt….)
Anne DE – good luck on your date. Be sure to tell us all about it.
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Good Evening everyone, sounds like a productive day for a lot of us. This morning started off for me on the wrong foot but I shook it off. I'm facing many changes coming into 2023 and many awakenings as well. I'm grateful to have found this place again where everyone has been so welcoming and kind.......
Now that being, I walked today in the cool New England weather for just over an hour and got in 2.45 miles. These darn swans stick around and were hanging out having their lunch today as I did my walk. I had left my peanuts along my walking path for my squirrel buddies and stopped to take some photos of the swans they had been quite elusive photos-wise all summer and now they're hamming it up. My goal is to check in daily but it may be every other depending on my gym time after work etc.
Have a great evening.
Chris
Massachusetts
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Barbara: I am visualizing you watching Hallmark Channel Christmas movies with your beautiful doggos’ grooming tools handy. You and Maizey GOT THIS!
Barbara: I am visualizing you watching Hallmark Channel Christmas movies with your beautiful doggos’ grooming tools handy. You and Maizey GOT THIS!
Chris in MA: I remember you! Welcome back. You know how it is in this community: jump in anytime about just about anything.
Pip: LOVE the Lucy+Chispas+Santa photo! Will you giving your mom a print of it? Made me smile. They are lucky pups to have you.
Allie: Hugs and healing vibes coming down the wire.
Rita: That tree pattern is awesome. I love crochet but have just gotten myself some simple embroidery kits. A new skill to practice, especially at night. Especially to keep my hands busy.
Machka: “Service bell” so perfect. Once I take some photos will post the holiday decorating I applied to Mars’ kitty condo. He loves it. I am quite immpressed with how your dry stream is coming together.
So grateful I slept well last night after ushering for 11 hours yesterday. My back, still feeling the snow tubing oweee, was really barking during the entire second shift. But otherwise it was a very interesting day of music, children singing, brass bands playing to the city shoppers outside the doors as I was scanning tickets on a very sunny day. There was also a symphonic mélange with mandolin virtuoso Chris Thile, good conversations with colleagues, and even better people watching. Never dull moments at a busy, holiday entertainment venue. And, just about 90 seconds before we hit the pinnacle of every usher’s evening (one minute to curtain, afterwhich there is a holdout till first applause), the president of our company showed up, introduced himself, and said in his previous visits to the Boettcher Concert Hall, he had never left the lobby level. So, my colleague Lise and I, manning the third level, stopped for an impromptu chat with Dave explaining some of the nuances of the hall and our jobs and interactions with patrons. Then we hit that one minute mark, and we dropped him cold. He bid us a quiet good night mouthing the words "I can see you're BUSY". In the seconds I had with him, I recited the 20 second recap of how this job, putting me in healing proximity of live music, nature, and fun people, has been a positive force as I heal from grief. And, I meant it sincerely. Then, ZOOM! Had to dash to help a couple find their seats.
GRATITUDE with 🎅🏽🎄🎅🏽🎄 Attitude
1 What is something that makes you laugh? Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation”. I can recite almost every line, and it still cracks me up.
2 Something about the current season you’re grateful for. “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation is on almost every channel, almost every hour…”
3 What about your body do you love/are you grateful for? My memory. God forbid I should ever forget the lines to “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation”, and even worse, the good feeling I get from the story.
4 Who is someone in your life that you’re grateful for? The character Clark Griswold. His story inspires me. He dreams of the perfect fun old fashioned family Christmas, but it goes sideways and but he remains positive and optimistic through the chaos and mess ups.
Stay well friends. We can do this.
Rori
Colorado Foothills
Thx, I took them to get that pic so I could frame it and give it to her for Christmas2 -
Yesterday when I visited DH I gave him a little artificial Christmas tree to cheer him up. He likes it and has had compliments from staff members and friends. I am pleased he is enjoying it.5
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Love, love LOVE my new bathrobe. Fits better than the other two I have so off they go to the thrift store. Two lucky someones will get a nice new bathrobe for Christmas.
The turtleneck I ordered to save $$ on shipping, not so much. Same dull dusty rose color as the 100% cotton T-neck I already have, and label says 60/40 cotton/poly blend. Was prepping it for return when I realized it only cost $5.99 and it would cost $6.85 to mail it back so ‘nother Christmas present for someone shopping at the Thrift store.
Machka you are right, Roomba’s are NOT cheap. BUT I got our j7 from the irobot website for $399 and I see the newer i7 equivalent is now down to $279. https://www.irobot.com/en_US/deals.html#deals
I didn’t want the more expensive “self emptying” one as the bags are not reusable, you have to keep buying more. I actually get a sense of accomplishment from emptying the bin. :laugh: And yes, I love love love my Roomba. It does such a better job than I ever did on keeping the high traffic areas clean. It even inspired me this morning to take my Dyson stick to some upholstery and corners that haven’t been cleaned in a l o o o n g while. .
Katla great day!
Jeannie, I’d love to hear more about your archery practice, and am jealous of your Silver Sneakers.
Rebecca you are a powerful woman. Nyquil chasing Alka Selzter plus would probably put me into a coma.
Allie @2.99/gallon? Ours just crept below $5.00. Sheesh!
Rori gratitude with attitude!
Michele trust me, grooming Tumble is much better for me than wine and chocolates
Shadow iis too big and Tumble to looooong to consider riding Maizey and at this point they’re both too suspicious of her. Maizey has knocked into Tumble twice and the Princess was NOT amused. And yes, the bean dip smothered avocado was tasty and kept me from being hungry all day. May have to schedule more beany breakfasts. Scary for Vince to be having those attacks. Wish he wouldn’t wait two hours before letting you know.
Chris love the swans. Well done on your walk.
4 Who is someone in your life that you’re grateful for? Friends here and BFF Candy. Also “friends” who’ve taught me so much about myself. It’s not a correction if it doesn’t sting. ;}
Done:12/3: corrected Wt:138.0137.8Lighter, lovelies!
Barbara, the Southern Oregon Coastie AHMOD
2022: Be still and listen.
December: Move more, fuel better, live NOW.
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Ugh. I had a horrible diet day and I have a date a week from tomorrow! I better be good from now on!
Annie in Delaware5 -
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Rori- I finally got to see Christmas Vacation all the way through the other night.. I was in tears.. my favorite id the first Vacation movie...
Im with you Clark Griswold.. is a hoot..
I feel good. I was able to get all the way through my day and with no lag.. and felt much better..
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Chris – those swans reminded me of the swans on the Charles. What memories! College, the Mass Bridge, Dino’s pizza, the Back Bay, the Commonwealth, Filene’s Basement. Oh, the memories
Barbara – I like the fact that the Roomba can get under things whereas I have a hard time with the vacuum. Also, it gets the crumbs around the perimeter of the house. I wish I got Silver Sneakers, I only get Silver & Fit. I could get Silver Sneakers if I had an Advantage plan with Medicare, but I don’t want Advantage. So I’m stuck with Silver & Fit. Well, it does about the same thing. I go to the gym for $50 annually.1 -
Today was mostly a quiet day. Chatting on the telephones with DH was my favorite part of the day. 💕2
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Ugh! I have had computer problems and have not been able to keep up with the blog.
I missed you all and the blog as well!
Tomorrow I will read through and see what everyone is up to!
Something that makes me laugh is animals. I fed a giraffe in Florida and now have giraffe pictures and a shirt and earrings. Giraffes make me smile!
Best
Rosemarie from Georgia
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Exer Mom, I also went to college in Boston. The quiet in the city when it snows and how pretty the snow looks in Back Bay before the traffic ruins it. I miss Boston.
Best,
Rosemarie from Georgia2 -
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I hope I’ll be able to visit DH tomorrow. I wasn’t able to see him today. Keeping my fingers crossed that I’ll be able to see him in person. 🤞🏻🤞🏻 If I can’t get there in person I’ll try texting. ⭐️3
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Love, love LOVE my new bathrobe. Fits better than the other two I have so off they go to the thrift store. Two lucky someones will get a nice new bathrobe for Christmas.
The turtleneck I ordered to save $$ on shipping, not so much. Same dull dusty rose color as the 100% cotton T-neck I already have, and label says 60/40 cotton/poly blend. Was prepping it for return when I realized it only cost $5.99 and it would cost $6.85 to mail it back so ‘nother Christmas present for someone shopping at the Thrift store.
Machka you are right, Roomba’s are NOT cheap. BUT I got our j7 from the irobot website for $399 and I see the newer i7 equivalent is now down to $279. https://www.irobot.com/en_US/deals.html#deals
I didn’t want the more expensive “self emptying” one as the bags are not reusable, you have to keep buying more. I actually get a sense of accomplishment from emptying the bin. :laugh: And yes, I love love love my Roomba. It does such a better job than I ever did on keeping the high traffic areas clean. It even inspired me this morning to take my Dyson stick to some upholstery and corners that haven’t been cleaned in a l o o o n g while. .
Katla great day!
Jeannie, I’d love to hear more about your archery practice, and am jealous of your Silver Sneakers.
Rebecca you are a powerful woman. Nyquil chasing Alka Selzter plus would probably put me into a coma.
Allie @2.99/gallon? Ours just crept below $5.00. Sheesh!
Rori gratitude with attitude!
Michele trust me, grooming Tumble is much better for me than wine and chocolates
Shadow iis too big and Tumble to looooong to consider riding Maizey and at this point they’re both too suspicious of her. Maizey has knocked into Tumble twice and the Princess was NOT amused. And yes, the bean dip smothered avocado was tasty and kept me from being hungry all day. May have to schedule more beany breakfasts. Scary for Vince to be having those attacks. Wish he wouldn’t wait two hours before letting you know.
Chris love the swans. Well done on your walk.
4 Who is someone in your life that you’re grateful for? Friends here and BFF Candy. Also “friends” who’ve taught me so much about myself. It’s not a correction if it doesn’t sting. ;}
Done:12/3: corrected Wt:138.0137.8Lighter, lovelies!
Barbara, the Southern Oregon Coastie AHMOD
2022: Be still and listen.
December: Move more, fuel better, live NOW.
Heehee, I like the fizzy of the alla seltzer, and the liquor of the Nyquil! 😂🙃😜
Rebecca
Whidbey
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Rosemarie - Glad to see you back. I was worried about you and hoping all was well. Others were concerned as well.
Quiet day today. I will do some of my book. I have a couple of poems that I wrote in the late 80s, when I was feeling trapped, and steaming for a rebellion. I used to think then that it was par for the course to be frustrated, angry, and miserable. That was just life. It was how I was. I am now older and wiser. I take those feelings nowdays as a sign that I have to make a change, or change my attitude if can't be changed. Being stuck is not an option. DH is more in the endure camp. I say NO. Most things can be changed, we just can't see the options. Most people are ...'Yes, but...' Change is hard because there are always deep psychological issues that keep us stuck. We often need a new mindset and a lot of insight. I was listening to a very good podcast about it the other day. I no longer think it's OK to be miserable! I spent so much of my life fighting my best instincts and being severely depressed.
Then I will finish my Christmas cards.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx5 -
Rori - I'm loving your new life. Boo about the back thing. I'm probably excessively careful these days about what exertions I put my body through. One small slip and ..... !!!
I love hearing about your adventures in socialising and music! I'm sure there are sad days and bad days, but your spirit shines through.
Barbara- I'm also loving your joy in your Roomba.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx2 -
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I’m out all day today so will catch up after dinner tonight
Virtual (((hugs))) and 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 for those who need them. Take care of yourselves.
🙋♀️ Miele failte to the newbies. Come back often.
💕💖💕
☘️ Terri
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minicooper452 wrote: »OMGoodness, each year this village gets harder and harder to put up. My knees and back are just not up to the challenge anymore. Takes at least two-three days, but I love it so much and hubby loves it so much that he'd like it to be up all year! LOL! (NOT happening)
4 Who is someone in your life that you’re grateful for? past, my gram, who taught me to be grateful for everything I have and to pray always, present, my new relationship with our oldest daughter, Lacy
Love and Blessings, Carla, in MN
Can you do the Christmas village on a shelf? There are all sorts of ideas like these ...
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