WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JUNE 2023
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Carol - love your new haircut (the shorter bob) and color.
Barbie - pleased to hear you got your mammo done and the good results came thru so quickly.
Annie - you are such a godsend for your parents. What would they do without you there right now? So glad you are able to go with the flow most of the time.
Proud of you getting your exercise in!
Rosemarie - what a shame the van didn't get sold today, especially with your son taking off to help. Hopefully the guy will be able to get a decision made or someone else comes along who is a firm buyer.
Rori - I think you were a good luck charm for your team. What a thrill to be there for the victory party! I remember when you first took the job - what a neat adventure it's been for you, seeing musical performers and now the Nuggets.
Rebecca - your sis has a huge job and I'm sure very glad you were there to help.
Katiebug - great job on the weight and inches loss. Today I picked up some of the Oikos high protein yogurt and Reddi-whip, I'm anxious to try a high protein/low sugar bedtime snack and see how that stays with me. Can always add some chopped nuts I reckon. How is Dave doing on the low carb program? I bet it makes meal planning and shopping easier with you both following similar guidelines.
Tracey - hope an attorney can give you some guidance without you paying out of pocket. I believe our state attorney general'a office is a good place for free advice for harassment claims - perhaps your province has similar? Love seeing your ceramics - this has to be very good therapy in itself!
Joy - Happy you got rain. Thanks for the update on sweet Lucy. Good luck on the organic inspector, nice feeling to know you have the paperwork in order.
Barbara - the bitey dog lives next door, Roger and wife are across the street. I think if Bitey would have grabbed Roger or wife, Bitey wouldn't be living in the neighborhood any more.
This morning Dr. Lisa looked at the wound, said it looked fine, no need for antibiotics.
Flea - again, I'm celebrating your happy news with you.
Belize sounds like a nice break.
So when I went to see Dr. Lisa this morning, she looked at and manipulated my knee, said it didn't seem there was anything mechanical out of whack, maybe a touch of arthritis in the wrong spot. She gave me a set of exercises to do for knee strengthening (similar to Strong Women Stay Young
) and an imaging order for x-rays. I didn't take the time to go to the hospital for it, I knew the place was probably getting busy. I'll hit it next week super early. She said there's now a shortage of radiologists in our area, so it might take a week or more to get the X-rays read. 
Our area is losing physicians quickly. Not sure if they are just quitting/retiring early or moving to the big city where the pay is a lot better.
And, when I got home, there was an email from Dr. Matt's office - he's the naturopath that had the "Shake the Sugar" program last year. They said he finally had an opening and am I still interested in seeing him? A big YES! I'm anxious to get back to seeing a provider who is into nutrition and lifestyle chances to keep and regain health. I follow him on Facebook and we're in sync. Anyhow, see him the end of August. And he takes my Regence insurance. Win! Will still see Dr. Lisa for some things. I feel like I have a good team taking care of me.
Ok ladies, I'm running out of steam. Have a great evening.
Lanette
SW WA State
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I can't remember who it was that asked about me taking her for a weekend..it won't happen.. she doesn't want to spend time with me either and treats me just as rude as she does her parents
The only ones she kisses up to are Seths parents ,they don't know how mean and spiteful she can be..
If she is stealing from her grandfather who is to say she wouldn't do it to me..
I love her to pieces .but she is just off the handle right now and I told Tracy that you guys spent money trying to have Miles now is time to spend some on trying to get Taliah back..its up to them..4 -
lightstrongma wrote: »grandmallie wrote: »Morning ladies
Woof this morning was a nightmare...not for me but for Tracy....
She had a meltdown..Carmine is just beyond beyond.. she is doing as she pleases.. and Tracy with Kyle away is dealing with it alone..no more therapy,because the therapist said all she does is go to crab about how mistreated and horrible her life is..
So no more therapy.. she didn't show up to the house Tracy found out she was hanging out at a local restaurant.. well at least let mom know where you are..
She stole pills from her grandfather, so she is no longer aloud down there ,granted it was only melatonin but still.. so Tracy went through her room last night.. so Carmine came down and started going through her parents room..and so it goes..
They can get no help anywhere financially because they make to much.. and I told her to call the crisis line..its now or never..
It is effecting Miles for sure..
Just thoughts by someone not in the situation. ~Your Granddaughter is *screaming out for attention, from the people that are suppose to love her the most! Her family. She has gotten away with the negative behavior for so long.. its her and the families normal. Has her parents tried spending time .. -quality time with her only. Plan a long weekend the 3 of them, so she can have that one on one with her mom and dad so she understands -she -matters to them! It’s hard to compete with a cute toddler. The therapist needs a therapist.
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I have lost 4 kg (8.8 lbs) from the high weight I hit after my holiday in March/early April. So that's 4 kg down in about 2 months.
How?
Cutting back on food a little bit.
Climbing lots and lots of stairs. I've climbed 230 flights of 20 stairs so far this month. Up and down, plus landings.
Plus walking, cycling, and jogging.
Machka in Oz2 -
Well i just looked at the Quest lab results hmmm,screen shot this
Yikes.. not jumping to any conclusions until i see a rheumatologist..4 -
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Heather - your DDIL is beautiful. I am realizing that it has been trauma. I’m the middle of things you just think “oh it was a crappy day”, and you convince yourself to just toughen up and deal. When you put it all together it adds up.
Glad Johnny’s daughter is returning that dog. That’s scary.
Ginny - I looked at WCB today and apparently it is covered now. I don’t want to go that route if I don’t have to because I lose out on benefits and RRSP.
My life is quite serene, DH and I have a great relationship, I have two beautiful daughters and of course the Grands.
Allie - what a mess that Tracy’s family is in. They need some serious professional help. I seriously think Tracy needs to get Carmine into a hospital, the notes a couple weeks ago about killing should be enough to do it.
I’m so sorry you have to be going through all of this.
Carla - I’m so glad the continuance isn’t long, it’s a worry for sure.
Margaret - it doesn’t make sense why they planted before going away. Next time you’ll say No I’m sure.
Vicki - that’s great 6 hours isn’t a lot, but it’s some at least!
Joy - at ceramics last night one lady had a rain gauge and her husband said she had 2” already. We sure need it.
Rori - how incredibly exciting I’m so happy you were involved in the celebrations!
Rosemarie - I love my doctor I have had her for 25 years, unfortunately she will be retiring probably next year. I don’t know what I’ll do then, there are no family doctors to be had here.
Rebecca - Happy Birthday! Today my eldest Goddaughter turned 35. I found out I was expecting our first a couple hours after she was born.
I had another long stressful day and will tomorrow as well. I am meeting a lawyer on Monday. My BF’s husband is in a position that he usually receives letters, but he is willing to pay for the consultation as he is in agreement that I need someone on my side.
I’m not doing well with all of this stress, I broke down crying today. I’m so glad that I’ll have someone to speak for me. I’ll have to figure out how to pay for it as it goes along I guess. I just need to be taken care of and insure that my rights aren’t being squashed.
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Rori - So glad your boys won the championship. A great achievement.
You truly do need to be super fit to be able to do these events. Excellent job! I would be out of it after a couple of hours!
My fitness has much declined since I broke my wrist. Less exercise and too much eating. I can really feel it. Fortunately, once I get on the ship, I always go low carb, apart from evening alcohol, so I don't usually put much weight on, despite the gorgeous food. It's easy to eat masses of salad and veg, plenty of protein, and there is zero fear of going hungry. Someone else preparing it for you means you get loads of salad variety. I don't miss the carbs. I love the dancing twice a day and we get up early in the morning for a gym session. Plus LOADS of stairs! I hope to come back fitter. as I'm missing my old body and fitness. On port days there is usually quite a bit of walking, sometimes a lot! I'm not going on DH'S hikes though. I think there is a lot of uneven ground and I can't put much weight on my hand, or grip properly yet.
Yesterday I really felt the heat, and my thigh was playing up. It didn't go into spasm, but I was limping a bit. Coming home was better with a couple of Nurofen after lunch. I enjoyed the Gwen John exhibition, but the rooms were over warm. Several wonderful, touching, genius, pictures.
It was lovely seeing G and we ate lunch under umbrellas and trees in the courtyard. Very green and restful.
It seems as if the old demon trains have been retired, and newer ones procured. The old three carriage ones had no toilets and our very local station is just a halt with nothing. I didn’t use the facilities, as my journey was shorter than normal, but it is reassuring to know they're there. I caught an earlier train, so got home by 4 pm.
Today will be exercise, with a short test of rowing to see how my wrist gets on . Very short. Then a very short last writing session, just to say I've done it, then starting on the packing, mainly sorting the small stuff, like jewellery, medicines, accessories, shoes and toiletries. Decisions. Clothes don't take long, because I have a small wardrobe and I always take the same things. I do wear them all!
Monday is the off!
Love to all, Heather UK xxxxxxxx (who really, really, wants to get her fitness back)
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cityjaneLondon wrote: »Rori - So glad your boys won the championship. A great achievement.
You truly do need to be super fit to be able to do these events. Excellent job! I would be out of it after a couple of hours!
My fitness has much declined since I broke my wrist. Less exercise and too much eating. I can really feel it. Fortunately, once I get on the ship, I always go low carb, apart from evening alcohol, so I don't usually put much weight on, despite the gorgeous food. It's easy to eat masses of salad and veg, plenty of protein, and there is zero fear of going hungry. Someone else preparing it for you means you get loads of salad variety. I don't miss the carbs. I love the dancing twice a day and we get up early in the morning for a gym session. Plus LOADS of stairs! I hope to come back fitter. as I'm missing my old body and fitness. On port days there is usually quite a bit of walking, sometimes a lot! I'm not going on DH'S hikes though. I think there is a lot of uneven ground and I can't put much weight on my hand, or grip properly yet.
Yesterday I really felt the heat, and my thigh was playing up. It didn't go into spasm, but I was limping a bit. Coming home was better with a couple of Nurofen after lunch. I enjoyed the Gwen John exhibition, but the rooms were over warm. Several wonderful, touching, genius, pictures.
It was lovely seeing G and we ate lunch under umbrellas and trees in the courtyard. Very green and restful.
It seems as if the old demon trains have been retired, and newer ones procured. The old three carriage ones had no toilets and our very local station is just a halt with nothing. I didn’t use the facilities, as my journey was shorter than normal, but it is reassuring to know they're there. I caught an earlier train, so got home by 4 pm.
Today will be exercise, with a short test of rowing to see how my wrist gets on . Very short. Then a very short last writing session, just to say I've done it, then starting on the packing, mainly sorting the small stuff, like jewellery, medicines, accessories, shoes and toiletries. Decisions. Clothes don't take long, because I have a small wardrobe and I always take the same things. I do wear them all!
Monday is the off!
Love to all, Heather UK xxxxxxxx (who really, really, wants to get her fitness back)
Have an extra glass of water when your thighs cramp.1 -
grandmallie wrote: »I can't remember who it was that asked about me taking her for a weekend..it won't happen.. she doesn't want to spend time with me either and treats me just as rude as she does her parents
The only ones she kisses up to are Seths parents ,they don't know how mean and spiteful she can be..
If she is stealing from her grandfather who is to say she wouldn't do it to me..
I love her to pieces .but she is just off the handle right now and I told Tracy that you guys spent money trying to have Miles now is time to spend some on trying to get Taliah back..its up to them..
She took some melatonin. Not exactly the crime of the century. Perhaps she wanted to sleep peacefully.
Do you think that the reason she likes Seth's parents is because they treat her as though she is important to them? Feeling like you matter makes quite a difference.
M in Oz6 -
Allie-hopefully you can get a definitive answer. With either condition you need to take care of yourself. Question-did you say recently that Kyle and Tracey were celebrating 5 years? Is Kyle Carmine's biological father?
Rosemarie-too bad about the van. I am sure it will sell.
Rori-what a cool experience.
Annie-could you maybe contact someone like Best Buy Geek Squad? It might be worth the money (and your sanity).
Pip-I am glad you found your key (I totally missed it was lost!)
Food pantry went well. Haven't got report of how many served yet. Pleasant evening, rain held off. All of the people were in a good mood.
Only working around 5 hours tomorrow (have to use some vacation or lose it). Monday is a holiday. I may. do som stuff over the week end to get out of way before vacation trip on July 25.
Take care all,
Ginny in Ohio
I wondered whether Kyle was Carmine's father too and if he were a second husband for Tracy. It's a bit unusual to want a second child with the same father/husband so many years later but it is more common to want a child with a new husband.
I read an article recently that said Americans tend not to take all their vacation leave. The article gave several reasons.
I found that amazing because I (and other Australians) take time off whenever we can! We love our holiday time.
I took today off. 😀
M in Oz
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Just keeping up to date with y’all. I’m winding down into summer time. We are having an unusual spell of balmy weather, so I’m spending lots of time in the garden.
Rebecca: You’re a good sister.
Heather: A good way to approach the food on board. Go for the quality, in moderation of course 😝 and ignore the sugar fest.
Allie: Not a happy situation for anyone involved. (((Hugs)))
Rori: What an experience for you. You
look very relaxed. It certainly keeps you fit.
Time to get up and move. DH is doing an online yoga class downstairs and I am doing Pilates.
🤗 🤗 🤗 and 🙏🏻 🙏🏻 🙏🏻 to all who need/want them.
☘️ Terri3 -
Terri - I also don't eat any potatoes, rice, pasta, bread, cakes etc, though I do usually have a bowl of porridge at least once during the trip as I never have that at home and I love it. I even have the savouries at afternoon tea, no scones, and just eat the toppings off them. The butler brings canapés to the suite at 5.30 and I do the same - just eat the prawn and caviar! It all works perfectly for me. I do not have a sweet tooth anyway.
The speciality restaurants on this ship, which is the sister ship of the one we've been on before, are Nepalese and Italian. We won't bother with the Italian, but will try the Nepalese. I love that kind of food, but it's difficult if you're not eating rice or noodles. I actually prefer eating at our window table in the dining room where the food is nearly always excellent and the waiters know my funny little ways. "No potatoes, extra vegetables, " and 'smelly, runny cheese please, celery and a few walnuts." After a couple of days I don't have to ask. The portions are very moderate, so I never feel stuffed. Small starter, main with veg, and cheese. Neither of us are dessert eaters anyway.
We like to eat at our table for two and size up the couple at the next table before we choose to chat. Mostly we don't, but sometimes they look promising. It's amazing how few people are good conversationalists. We have never made 'friends' with anyone, because we prefer our own company, and we are very different to the normal demographic. We often have more interaction with the visiting lecturers and performers. Plus our butler!
Can't wait! 17 nights. So glad my hand is functioning better. It's improving every day.
I've been learning Norwegian on Duolingo for years now. Still not very good! I do it every day.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx4 -
Morning ladies
Didn't sleep very well at all last night.In alot of pain and can't help worrying about Carmine and the whole family..
I have a 1 yr old Birthday party to go to tomorrow, here is hoping im up for it..4 -
Rosemarie2972 wrote: »Machka: 8 months on the road with the blue bike! What an adventure that must have been!
Best,
Rosemarie from Georgia
It was!
2012. We "retired" ... my contract came to an end, my husband ended his contract. We did not renew our lease. We put everything into storage. And we hit the road for the next 8 months.
Hong Kong
Taiwan
Japan
Scotland
The Netherlands
Germany
Luxembourg
Switzerland
France
England
And then throughout North America. However, we borrowed my parent's van for that part and cycled in the places we stopped along the way. Vancouver to Florida to California and up the west coast.
Then over to Western Australia ... and finally back to Victoria, Australia where we had started.
M in Oz
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Lanette, thanks for asking about Dave. Bless his heart, he immediately lost 10 lbs he did not have to lose on his low carb plan. He has since added peanut butter to his morning low carb toast for some needed calories, so that has helped. Not having cookies in the house for him has definitely been a help for me. He has gone back to his after dinner ice cream bar, since I found some Keto ones for him. They are uber expensive. I’ve tried them and prefer the Oikos pro with zero sugar redi whip, so that works well.
I was down a lb this week on my Friday morning weigh-in. I’m feeling pretty successful right now.8 -
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I love Mark Twian's quote you posted, Barbie! Thank you! I"m retired and I still remind myself to take care of me. Too many years of running on the hamster wheel. I got up early this morning - 5:30 am. - to let the cat out (she's indoor/outdoor creature) and the morning was so still and quiet. I did hear a couple of beautiful bird songs! I saw one bright star that was brighter than the street lights. I just said a few prayers for family and for those who have passed. Then, I went back to bed for one more hour of rest. Have a wonderful day!! It's Friday 5
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This blog is really great! Thank you!!2
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I read an article recently that said Americans tend not to take all their vacation leave. The article gave several reasons.
I took today off. 😀
M in Oz
Went into three paragraphs of my own theories about all this and then realized it was boring as all get out. To shorten it considerably, U.S. workers began something the media labeled "quiet quitting," which was a complete misnomer, during the pandemic. It actually sounds much like your work culture--a trend to give the company eight hours a day and do the job you're hired for and no more, stop overworking and overachieving. I have hope that the next generation will figure out the situation better than we ever did. I was as wrapped up as anyone else in the culture. I figured out once that the unpaid two or three hours I went in early every day (often including weekends) dropped my hourly wage by nearly half, in the end. Not so smart.
Allie - If I had any good advice regarding the Taliah/Carmine situation, I'd give it, but you've gotten plenty. I just hope they avoid the paths that lead to tragedy and find a way to make it through safely and sanely for all concerned. If it's helpful, I think the fact that Carmine does not act out around Seth's parents tells you that they are in much more control of their actions than y'all might think. Much love, my friend, and try not to overthink the test results. That's advice from someone who overthinks everything.
No plans for today, but am trying to goose myself into exercising again - my weight has stabilized, but I need to get moving again in order to get healthy. It's so easy to sit and write or read, but getting up and moving takes motivation that I'm have yet to find on a consistent basis.
Later, y'all,
Lisa in AR
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Happy birthday, Rebecca. I actually checked the map, and I could be in Shedd in less than an hour, but I decided that might freak you and your sister out a bit, so sending best wishes down I5 to you. You are being a blessing to your sister.
Don't worry too much about the RA possibility, Alli. Having a diagnosis and treatment options is better than to be left wondering.
My middle son dated a transgender boy in highschool and W said he felt much more comfortable in our home than his own. That made sense. Not that we are particularly amazing people, but it was easier for us to accept him because we had no hopes and dreams pinned on him. He was just a really nice kid who my son liked. A lot! As a parent, I know I have hopes and expectations for my own kids that I don't have for other kids. It's been difficult over the years to drain out that cup of hope, and release my expectations, but I have reluctantly and painfully done it. A few days ago, I took that virtual cup of hope, long empty, and smashed it to pieces with a hammer. My oldest is a good kid and a responsible adult but will never fulfill what I had hoped, on a personal level. Just trying to see Tracey and Kyle's perspective a little. Granted, they aren't handling it well, but I haven't always either, so I sympathize. I do a lot of fake smiling with my oldest, and a lot of crying and praying in private.
Not ready to explain what's going on, but it's hard. Not illegal, but difficult.
Much love.
Flea
Willamette Valley OR11 -
Rebecca
🎉🥳🎂Happy Birthday 🎂🥳🎉
💕Mary from Minnesota/Arizona1 -
Morning again ladies
Kyle just got home,poor guy is exhausted..been up for more than 24 hrs.. theybleft around 10 last night and there dad passed at midnight.. so at least they got to see him,and he knew that they were there when they first came.. So thats a blessing.
It is all quiet now.Tracy at work,Carmine in her room Miles finally down for a nap and Kyle finally getting some much needed rest.
Haven't heard anything from rheumatologist so will call them when I get home.
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Good morning ladies!
Happy birthday Rebecca!
Flea, hope your family troubles smooth out.
Katiebug, great loss!
Heather, glad your hand is feeling better. How exciting to be preparing for a cruise! When I went, I discovered my clothes were all wrong. How cool to have it all figured out.
Ginny my dad does have a tech support service he can call. He does that after I tell him to reboot. It still makes me nervous because I don't really trust the service.
It's day one of my sister challenge. Lots of exercise today! And sticking to my diet. I have a pot roast to make for my parents, and some laundry to do. Should be an easy day.
Annie in Delaware
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Rebecca - Happy birthday!0
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(((hugs))) to those who need them.
How wonderful for you, Rori!!! Congrats to your team.
Allie! As much as you'd like our support/advice to show to Tracy, DON'T! DO NOT SHARE that you have shared all of their family troubles online. OMG! From personal experience, children do not want you sharing their private issues with anyone else, whether they know them or not. And then to "throw advice in their face" (in their opinion) is what it would feel like. No. Don't do it. We're here to support you and give you advice to share with her IF you choose to "from YOUR years of experience being on this earth". That's all. And just watching others go through things.
Good luck on your diagnoses, neither of which are great news, but at least they're something that could be treated.
I'm so very sorry for the loss of Kyle's dad.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY REBECCA!!!
Love and Blessings, Carla, in MN4 -
Allie sorry for the loss of Kyle’s Dad and prayers for comfort for their family and friends.
💕 Mary from Minnesota/Arizona3 -
Allie-prayaers for Kyle and family. Also-I second what Carla said about not letting them know you have talked about everything. Please don't overthink lab tests yet.
Tracy-hope you find the additional support you need.
Lisa-I think we all need to goose ourselves occasionally!
Rebecca-happy birthday!
Catching up on some work odds and ends this morning. Clocked off to do some stuff while I am waiting on some report information I need to deal with before the weekend officially starts. Got in a 3 mile walk to start my day.
Take care all,
Ginny in Ohio
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