WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR DECEMBER 2022
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Annie- glad you enjoyed your date- Something to look forward to in the new year too.
Got the candy cut and packed most of the way. The box to former hubby and his parents is ready to ship. I feel bad because usually I send two boxes but didn't have time to make enough this time. We will get that in the mail tomorrow. Will drop off his older brother's this evening after doing the Christmas cards for my mother in law. Dont really want to go over to do them for her but I do it every year.
She has been giving dh a hard time because he told her about my upcoming surgery- he will need to be home to take care of me a little and that is time she thinks he should be with her(she is fully capable to do most things for herself again but chooses not to)
My friend from zumba will stop by to pick up the ones for the people in class. They are having a get together on Friday- won't be doing that, for sure.
Dh can drop the ones off for the two neighbors and then I will do one for Ezie's family
Then I am done.
Covid test this morning- was negative. Love doing drive through- went over in my pj pants because they are warm and cozy. Long line but it moved fast.
Pre-op phone appt. on Wed. morning then set for surgery early Thursday- very glad I will be out when they do it.
Dh looked up the surgery online- now he is freaked out-told him I don't even want to hear about it. Trying to stay busy so I don't think about it.
Ezie is still out sick- should be going back tomorrow. She was out all last week which has been really nice for me- giving me more time to get things done here.
Need to get some projects ready for her for the next two weeks(not sure when I will have her.
also need to get the gift bags out. Son was asking for them
Debbie
Napa Valley,Ca
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KJ: That tipi is incredible. You're incredible.
Karen: Adding my hugs to the pile. π€π€π€ You are a remarkable person....Best wishes for your anniversary and may you enjoy many happy years together in your new abode.
Rebecca: Will try that recipe soon!
Michele: Re bottle caps being removed. At the venues where Aramark provides the food and beverage, they take them off for health and safety reasons. Alot of bottles get discarded on the ground, and if they are capped, they are more of a tripping hazard. Also, if a patron decides to throw a full bottle of water (and I have seen this at shows) the water will spill out and the projectile will be less dangerous. It's not a consistent policy, but if having water is important to you, check ahead of time if you can bring in your own empty, nalgene water bottle. Most of the venues here in Denver permit that, as long as the bottle is under 32 oz. That is far more economical, too.
Heather: Johnny's moustache! FOTGLMAO.
Terri, Ginny and others under the weather: Healing energy heading your direction. π¨π¨π¨
Lanette: Yes, I hear you about the simple joys of time with beloved pet. Mars the Leash Loving Cat is the number one reason I get outside every single day, rain or shine. We rarely walk on pavement because he prefers to be closer to the open fields behind our condo. After so many years of accompanying him, I now treasure the time we have together listening for the rustle of a rodent under a pile of leaves, or just finding the perfect spot for soaking sunshine. Bliss.
Which brings me more gratitudes:
8. A basic need that has been met. Food and clean water.
9. What are you most grateful for in the city/town where you live? Comfortable weather. The four seasons are all beautiful and sunny, even after it snows.
10. What rejection in your life are you most grateful for? My last corporate boss had total disregard for my position and eliminated it. I was eligible for my full pension, and taking retirement when I did allowed me the time to focus on caring for DH his last 2.5 years. So, so grateful I could afford to do this.
11. Something you use every day. My kitchen under-the-sink water filter. I use it for everything from day to day drinking, to washing fruits and veges, and watering the plants.
12. Something you know longer need. Hard covered books. Iβve given away 90% of what I had, and will purge more in the new year.
Stay well, friends. We can do this.
Rori
Colorado Foothills, where we are expecting snow tonight
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Something I no longer need, hmm that's tough. How about makeup? I have totally given up on that. I struggled with mascara for many years, but I would only get one or two uses from a tube before it was expired. Most days I don't wear my jewelry either. But I did wear earrings and a necklace for my date. So I am grateful that I no longer need makeup.
Annie in Delaware6 -
Got a few things done today, more finger foods in the freezer for baking while everyone's here... Tomorrow I'll probably make Cowboy Cookies again - one of mine and Corey's true disagreements. He insists on raisins in cookies for him, and to me, they're like biting into nasty little blisters of goo when you meet them unexpectedly in a cookie. π
The good thing about that is that after I've gotten everything in the mixture except raisins, I can pull just enough out for one or two cookies without them, and then I add the raisins to the rest of the cookie dough. #WaysToKeepLisaFromEatingSweets. Here's the recipe.
They freeze really well both before and after baking them--I shape the whole batch into 1/4 cup balls and flash-freeze them. They bake quite well from frozen as much as three months later.
Time for bed for this sleepy head... thinking of all of you who are under the weather, in pain, or just in need of hugs...
Love y'all,
Lisa in AR
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Anniesquats100 wrote: Β»Something I no longer need, hmm that's tough. How about makeup? I have totally given up on that. I struggled with mascara for many years, but I would only get one or two uses from a tube before it was expired. Most days I don't wear my jewelry either. But I did wear earrings and a necklace for my date. So I am grateful that I no longer need makeup.
Annie in Delaware
Sat in a meeting today with 7 female mid-level project officers, analysts, scientists etc. ... and not one of us was wearing more than a light touch of foundation.
Make-up is just so 1980s.
I got rid of a whole bunch of mine about a year ago.
M in Oz
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Work colleague came to work yesterday after being exposed to Scarlet Fever. Not happy!
Fortunately he kept his distance and wore a mask.
Today he stayed home.
And today was my last day of work this year!
It was a pretty good day. I got things done and prepared lists for when I get back to work in about 3 weeks.
I've got a few little things to take care of at home ... and then tomorrow I get my nose and hip done.
M in Oz
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My dry stream today ...
Machka in Oz7 -
Little bit closer to 50 km of walking this month!
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Our son and DDIL sent me several well loved Christmas ornaments from years past, including Teddybear Angels that I sewed years ago and big Christmas Stockings with Dad and my names on them. Thanks to them I have a very cheerful apartment.
The cheery ornaments in my room are a delight, but empty boxes of cheap junk are still in my room. I look forward to getting rid of the empty boxes.1 -
Oh Rebecca, I'm so sorry... I remember those days. When we were actually estranged from the youngest and never heard from her. Broke my heart. Went to sleep crying, woke up crying, melted into tears any given time...
Glad you're feeling better otherwise though.
Love the pix of the Rangers, Rita! Mighty cold up here right now! STAY WHERE YOU ARE!!! LOL
Yeah on the date, Annie!
GEEZ M, who does that anymore?!? even with a mask. If you're sick or exposed to something that contagious, STAY HOME!
13 Refuge β space you love in your home; my recliner, watching out my window and being able to see my yard and critters
Love and Blessings, Carla, in MN5 -
Good morning ladies!
It was my turn for insomnia last night. I got my phone out at four a.m. to read. But then I fell asleep around five and only woke up maybe three more times before my alarm at seven thirty. Probably related to the iced tea I had for lunch.
I have to get groceries today, and then Teddy goes to the vet at two. Then I have a pork loin to cook for dinner. So plenty to do.
My date yesterday didn't walk me to my car. He didn't ask me to text him when I got home safe. He didn't text me at all. I left a message for him on the dating site. On one hand, he is treating me like an equal, but on the other, it feels a bit inconsiderate. I have to think about how much that matters to me. I used to have a rule that I should ask for what I want, then give him a chance to do it, before I judge. Is walking me to my car universally known to be expected good behavior?
Annie in Delaware
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I ate something at breakfast that isnβt sitting well with me. I hope I will feel better soon, tummy-aches are no fun. π4
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Lisa & Rita ~ Love the photos of your children! All of them look so sweet and happy. Lisa, the new hubby looks like a keeper for your daughter.
Carol in GA
Thanks, Carol - I think he is, too. He is helping her learn to look at the future and build toward that, instead of just getting through each day, and I think that's wonderful. He seems to be a good man. Really hoping they're all healthy enough to come down on Friday, it's been way too long since we saw them.
And because I'm a big fat dreader, I'm dreading them coming down, too. I do not know why I do that, but it's just annoying on my part. I always enjoy these kinds of things once they're in progress, but the voice in the back of my head doesn't shut up until they're driving through the gate.
The storm is supposed to hit us at about 10:30 or so, but for us, just as heavy rain. Supposed to clear in the early afternoon. Looks like those of you across the northern tier of the US and southern Canada are going to get slammed with snow. Keep safe!
Machka - Many hugs, hope the surgery goes well, and recovery is swift and painfree.
Debbie - Same to you for Thursday's surgery.
Love y'all,
Lisa in AR2 -
Well, I had a good morning, finishing off the text of my poetry collection. So that bit is done. Now I have to transfer it, bit by bit, into the KDP 'Fix-It' format. Just a lot of copying and pasting, but I want to do it slowly and carefully.
So, I was feeling very pleased and got myself out in the freezing cold to buy sausages for dinner, along with milk. Came back to make Rebecca's peanut brittle. I don't think I heated it enough initially, but it's solid enough. Yet to taste it.
Then decided to do my rowing when my son rang. He wants us to babysit Bea tomorrow from 9 until 2ish. He is going to take his friend up to Central London to see a specialist that DDIL knows and trusts. He diagnosed my son's psoriatic arthritis. The friend J was in hospital again this weekend , when we were meant to babysit. The Long Covid affects his heart, kidneys, and whatever. Nightmare for a man of 45.
So, of course I said yes. DH was a bit surprised when he came back from his walk, because he loves his daily routine, but he knows it is for a good cause. J can't go on his own as there is a train strike. Bea will be OK and we have my son's permission to plonk her in front of the TV if DH runs out of ideas.
So, a lot of grandchildren contact this week! I'm glad I'm between stages with my book.
We've been invited to Cyprus next year by my friend B who has a house there. I've put the idea to DH and will leave him to mull over it. I donβt think he is keen at all. He hasn't even been to see his daughter who lives in France! I could go on my own. If I want to. The hassle of flying to places doesn't really appeal these days. Plus there is a long, expensive taxi ride over the border between Greek and Turkish Cyprus. My friend's house is on the Turkish side.
I will have to tell her we are thinking about it.
Love to all, Heather UK xxxxxxxx3 -
Anne In this day and age walking you to your car is not only a consideration; it is also a safety issue. If you do continue to see him watch to see how considerate he is to you. I wish I had been more aware when I was younger. If I ever am in the position to think of remarriage this would be one thing on the top of my list. DH seems to think it is funny when I ask him what movie he is watching he refuses to tell me. I have finally learned to just walk away when he exhibits childish behavior. I would also see how he treats me when I am sick. DH has a way to go on being considerate. Some of his plusses is he picks up after himself and handles his finances well, so we do not argue about money. He also cooks me dinner.2
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Annie - another thought on your date not walking you to your car. Perhaps he'd had a prior experience where he walked a gal to her car on the first date and she immediately starting sending out wedding invites, lol. He might be playing it cool for a reason, it's still early days. If you guys continue to meet but this doesn't "click", depending on what you want out of the relationship, then that might send up red flags for you.
I was glad to hear that otherwise the date went well, conversation pleasant and agreeable.
Barbie - you posted this a couple days ago: My approach to gratitude has always been that the action of feeling grateful is far more important than the actual stuff on the list. When I am feeling grateful, there's no room for complaining. When I read all your lists of things you're grateful for, there are many that fit into my category of "I'm so grateful I don't have _______" When I was sweeping the branches off the sidewalk in the back yard today, I was so grateful for my broom and mobility that I had no energy to fuss about why we even had to have that mess in the first place.
I totally agree. The feeling of gratitude transcends everything. Thank you for continually teaching us.
Debbie and Machka - big ((HUGS)) Sounds like you'll be under the best care possible.
Heather - DH's mustache is a hoot.
Katla - sorry you are feeling under the weather, hope you are better soon.
Off to the races.
Lanette
SW WA State
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Well bloodwork done for husband and it seems he might have type 2 Diabetes. Still need to talk with the doctor more, his only real symptom being dry mouthed, drinking more water, and some weight loss. Looked at some info on it, but it can be reversed by diet alone. I shall cure the man!
Rebecca
Whidbey
Wa8
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