WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR AUGUST 2023
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Found this from a place called North Carry ,its a cross body that I'll wear when I travel,large enough for my passport ,phone,wallet and stuff I need.. i really like it..8 -
I'm back home in WA with my sister. She has appointments at the cancer center. Feels good to be home. Covid was an experience. I was so sick for about ten days with head and body aches. My doctor prescribed Paxlovid but I quit taking it because it gave me an upset stomach and diarrhea. Feels good to have that behind me.
It's such a pleasure to read postings in this group... Love the stories about how we make our lives work.. and the sharing..
Terry, your poetry touches and is powerful.
Barbie, you bought your dream car and a new dog...wow
Tracey, gads you rock with the changes in your life.
Allie... a cruise and the pics of Miles... he's grown, what a charmer.
Lanette... love the chickens
Annie, you cope with your parents and still keep with your exercise.. sweet.
Lisa... hope you're told to keep the AC... I ended up with 6 dog leashes instead of 2 and w
My computer is overheating... more later... Everyone..hope your day is great. Off to Seattle in a couple hours.
Betsy in NW WA
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Had a fun time painting after lunch. I was so nervous about it, but I think Max turned out OK.
I also did a little collage for my Facebook page.
They all have such different personalities!
Love Heather UK xxxxxx
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Heather I love the paintings.
Tracey "Everything in writing" is my motto.
Karen in Virginia7 -
Tracey - I'm with Karen, have them put it in an email. Glad your daughter is hanging in there, I know it's not been easy for any of you.
Betsy - Good to see you posting, glad your bout with Covid is done and hope your sister is doing well.
Heather - I like the picture of Max, as well as Bea and Edie.
KJ - Lord help me, they grow so fast...
Allie - Thanks for the pic of the crossbody bag... All kinds of ideas are helpful.
This is my third shot at this post; I keep walking away without hitting "save draft," and losing my posts.
Just a domestic morning so far, laundry, dishes, etc. The 100-degree-plus weather begins tomorrow, due to run for at least seven days. Erk. Still, there's lots I'd still like to do inside before DS and his fiancée get here next Friday. This week was supposed to be deep cleaning, but coming off the steroids really knocked me off my pins--looks like that will be next week instead.
It appears we will be keeping the Amazon air conditioning unit, which frees me up to have the Walmart unit returned (and picked up for free by FedEx!) All's well that ends well.
Right now, there's laundry to fold... jeans and towels are out on the line, so that will be an hour or two before they're dry.
Hope everyone's having or had a lovely Friday,
Love y'all!
Lisa in AR
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Good morning, ladies.
Thunderstorm last night and got close to 1/2 inch of rain. Thankfully no hail. It had cooled down quite a bit before the rain started. Picked green beans and peas yesterday and they are sitting in the fridge. Will blanch everything this afternoon as off to get the mail later this morning.
Very pleased with the dog groomer I found in our small town (less than 1000 people). She is 22 years old and started her little business a couple of years ago. Works out of her home. Did a very nice job and took her time making sure Lucy was comfortable with her.
Working on my second cup of coffee waiting for DH to finish his breakfast.
Enjoy the day.
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Recommended exercise: cardio 5 days 30 min 5/20
Strength all muscles 2 x 1/8 a week
Flexible (yoga, stretching) 1/8 a week 10 min
Balance 5 days 10 min 2/20
2023- Altruistic August
Word of the year: appreciate. Today I appreciate books!15. If someone annoys you, be kind. Imagine how they may be feeling. I will try to put myself in the other person’s shoes. Did this.
Meditation: daily. 15/31 (82%(started Feb)(94%,100%, 74%, 93%,100%)
Walking and exercising slowed down because of record heat this month.
1. cut back drinking and limit to 2 days a week. 7/8–(100%,100%,0%,0%,0%,0%,0%)
2. Average 7,000 steps a week. 5418,4157,6745 (7,700,100%-9851,100%-9526,100%-9,559,100%, -8347,100%—7465,100%—6328,90%)
3. Update budget every 2 weeks 1/2 —(100%,100%,100%,100%,100%, 100%.100%)
4. Contact close family every week (4x) 170/208—(100%,100%,100%,50%, 83%, 100%, 100%)should be 154 by September 1)
5. Contact Donat and sibs once a month (8x)68/94 (100%,100%,100%,100%,100%,100%,100%,100%)
6. Weigh less last day of month compared to first until I reach 140. Start at 178.6,176,174.2,173.4,175.4,174,175.6 (100%,100%,100%,0%,100%,100%,0%)
7. Develop a journaling practice by aiming to journal at least 5 days a week. 10/15 (100%,88%,100%,100%,100%,93%,100%)
8. Read 12 books at least this year. 29/12 (100%)
9. Pay off credit card debt by January 2024 by making monthly payments to NDR/Reach Financial 8/12—(100%.100%,100%,100%,100%,100%,100%)
10. Continue building emergency fund at SLFCU (min$25 a month)$25+$25+$71+700+25+25 +25+25 (100%,100%,100%,100%,100%,100%,100%)
11. April started putting 4% on income in savings. 700,200,200, 107, 157,(100%,100%,100%,100%)
January Met —100%
February met —-90%
March met met —-90%
April met——86.36%
May met——-89%
June met—-99%
July met — met 81%
August met
September met
October met —
November met—
December met—
1. Set an intention to be kind to others (and yourself) this month. I plan to be kind to people I meet and to myself. Not just this month but all the time. It may not be every time, but I will try.
2. Send an uplifting message to someone you can’t be with. I will text my best friend who lives in Michigan, and my friend that lives in NY. Did this
3. Be kind and supportive to everyone you interact with. I did this!
4. Ask someone how they feel and really listen to their reply. I plan to try to remember to do this. Done!
5. Spend time wishing for other people to be happy and well. Will meditate and do this through a loving-kindness meditation.
6. Smile and be friendly to the people you see today. Will do!
7. Give time to help a project or cause you care about. I volunteer at Bottomless Lakes State park and also belong to the ‘Friends of’ group and am on the board as secretary. Does this count?
8. Make some tasty food for someone who will appreciate it. My DH does all the cooking. Perhaps i will look for something KETO to cook. Otherwise, we give food to our co-host often.
9. Thank someone you’re grateful to and tell them why. I will!
10. Check in with someone who may be lonely or feeling anxious. Checked in with my son.
11. Share an encouraging news story to inspire others. Did this at ER when the diagnosis was given.
12. Contact a friend to let them know you’re thinking of them. Did this yesterday and will do again today.
13. No plans day! Be kind to yourself so you can be kind to others too. I need the rest!
14. Take an actions to be kind to nature and care for our planet. Will do! Need to de-stress!
16. Make a thoughtful gift as a surprise for someone. Will have to think about this! Did not do this.
17. Be kind online. Share positive and supportive comments. Will do!
18. Today, do something to make life easier for someone else. I will.19. Be thankful for your food and the people who make it possible.
20. Look for the good in everyone you meet today.
21. Donate unused items, clothes, or food to help a local charity.
22. Give people the gift of your full attention.
23. Share an article, book, or podcast you find helpful.
24. Forgive someone who hurt you in the past.
25. Give your time, energy, or attention to someone in need.
26. Find a way to ‘pay it forward’ or support a good cause.
27. Notice when someone is down and try to brighten his day. (My DH’s birthday. He always gets depressed on this day. Worse this year as he turns 70 today).
28. Have a friendly chat with someone you don’t know very well.
29. Do something kind to help in your local community.
30. Give away something to those who don’t have as much as you.
31. Share Action for Happiness with other people today.
RVRita in Roswell, NM
The best predictor of the future or future behavior is the past. If until this point the relationships, hobby, friendship, job, etc. has not served you in any positive regard, it likely won't in the future.
— YALDA SAFAI, MD, MPHA Word From Verywell
Sunk cost fallacy can be tricky to wrap your head around, and it’s not without nuance. For more clarity in these complex decision-making moments, completely disregard how much you’ve already invested so that it doesn’t hold influence. Then, look at the facts.
Are you satisfied? Have you repeatedly been met with dead ends? Is there still potential for a positive outcome if you continue investing your resources and energy? What are the benefits of walking away and opening a new door? These are the factors that should influence your decision rather than any previously sunk costs.2 -
Joy, finding a dog groomer that you and Lucy like is liking finding a gold mine.
Lisa, I am a fan of Amazon and delighted to hear that they said to just keep the air conditioner
Heather amazing pictures
Lanette I'm glad that poodle got a home right away. Wouldn't that Eglu chicken home be great. Too bad it's so expensive. Your girls have found a great home.
Betsy, Glad to hear that you are back in Washington and done with Covid.
Allie, Jake talks about once a week to his second ex wife who lives in Missouri. She tells him he is the best friend she has right now. She always sends greetings to me even though we've never met. Neither of his other two ex wives will even speak to him not even the one who is the mother of his children. As you have found out, relationships are funny things.
Jake is in charge of the hunt for a dog. Yesterday the shelter wrote back that they wanted photos of the fencing in our yard. We would have to put chicken wire or something around the bottom if we had a small puppy.. We never leave a dog unattended in the yard and we told them that. They might not like us for a small breed puppy bur there might be another slightly larger dog that we'd like The whole dog hunting thing is in the hand of a higher power. Our job is to wait.
It is interesting to notice what things are important to each of us. Some things that are important to many of you, are meaningless to me and certainly some of what is important to me is meaningless to you. I think what's important is to put the most energy into the things that are important and let the others wait.
Jake noticed yesterday that I hadn't written down what's for lunch today so he chose. We're going to the Taco Time drive through for tostada salads. I love the chicken salad in the tortilla bowl because there is so much to "play with" while eating the salad. It is entertaining and delicious.
Barbie in NW WA who is ready to dance for an hour6 -
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Lanette-the tooth is history. Extraction went well. Minimal pain today. Needs to heal until December to check out implant. Your chickens are wild ladies!
Busy couple of days-nothing exciting here. Food pantry last night in the rain. Had lots of people come out, some of them new. Had several share some of their pain right now-no child care suddenly (cost is horrible), sudden loss of spouse of nearly 50 years (he shared her funeral bulletin), physical pain. The lady and I doing intake had to give them each a few minutes for some human touch. It really makes you grateful for what you have. One of our regulars, the wife has some form of dementia-he is so devoted to her. She was unable to come yesterday. Evidently she worked in yard pulling weeds all day and was very agitated by evening. You could see the worry in his eyes that he is losing her.
Working from home today. Plan on going to watch twins play football Friday (youth league). That should be fun and is only 30 minutes away.
Off to get ready for walk. Take care all
Ginny in Ohio
I love helping at the food program when I visit mom. I hate being up at 4AM but every other part of it I really enjoy. It is hard moving all the produce around and I am exhausted by the time we get home around 11- 11:30AM It is all worth it. We give out so much food each Saturday. Most get about 2 banana boxes full of frozen, fresh meats,dairy,bakery and produce along with the shelf stable
Most are very grateful for what we give them. There are around 150 that go through, some times more.5 -
Tracey - hope the T-storms didn't cause trouble. I miss the light shows and house shaking rumbling - we rarely get that out here. Glad to hear your daughter is doing OK and her relationship with her DH is so strong. Sounds like you are getting into the "student groove". Give Rodger a hug from us!
Lisa - great that you get to keep the A/C thanks to Amazon's foul-up. I'd keep the Walmart one for a spare, but that's just me. Bird in the hand. Are you looking forward to DS's and his GF's (fiance?) visit? How long are they planning to stay again?
And I agree, I think a chicken "tractor" is the way to go. There are a lot of different ones on YouTube, some neat home-made ones with more room than the Omlet one (which I think is neat.) I already have a lot of tight fencing and wood, so would be inclined to tack something together (with Roger's help) instead of spending more $$.
Betsy - with the cooler weather, drive to Seattle shouldn't be too bad today, tho it is Friday. Hoping the weekend traffic congestion waits until your travels are over. Hugs to your sis. Glad you are over Covid, hope you are now done with that pesky bug forever.
Ginny - So kind of you to give the folks at the food bank an opportunity to tell their stories. Has to be tough, after many years of working and having a good family life, to have to rely to a food bank. So glad it's there for them.
My rural area has a lot of homeless camps and campers/travel trailers trying to settle in on private land and public streets. I wonder if these folks are relying on food banks too, or if it's mostly folks who have housing that can't make ends meet. Gardeners, farmers, and businesses have been good at seeing these food banks are well-stocked with fresh, nourishing food when available.
Debbie- I really, really enjoyed seeing the bird pictures in the marsh by where you walk. What a special place! That grocery job you sometimes do is interesting, I didn't know it existed.
Beth - you and your DH's siding project and son's migraines have been on my mind. Hope all is going well.
Karen - happy to see you popped in! Hugs!
Pip - Was Addison going to come back and spend time with you again? For you:
I have the crockpot full of apples cooking down into sauce. Morning temp got down to 49f and I had a splendid walk with my neighbor. Once a week gets us caught up and keeps the conversation fresh.
Thinking about Barbie's comment yesterday - the thing about new dogs, chickens, trips, cars - these keep us looking toward the future. Anticipation. Pulls us out of yesterday.
Make it a wonderful day!
Lanette
SW WA State
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Barbie- I consider my former hubby my best friend. We chat every afternoon. Sometimes it is just a quick check in and other times we chat an hour. We talk about everything. So glad to have that connection.
Insomnia and darn mosquitos AGAIN. I went to bed early because I was tired. In bed at 9. Slept 10-15 min then awake until I got up and took a shower in the dark at 12:30. Woke up at 5:20 because of the bug bites itching. Son's alarm was going off so I got up and made him a coffee to take with him(coffee was made last night, just put it together with some creamer in a travel cup) and moved the garbage cans so they weren't in his way. Back to bed then awake at 8 when dh came in from work.
Planning on making some mango preserves/jam today- have 10 ripe mangos that need to be used up. I just cook it down til thick. no sugar or pectin added. Will use it on toast, in PBJ or in my cream puffs or "ice cream" sandwhiches.
Walking the wetlands at 11:30 until time to get Ezie.
Have Zumba tomorrow at 11:30 for a free class with my teacher. Want to support her. This is her first time doing a class at the library- getting her name out and maybe get some new people for our class. More students means more money for her.
Found a box fan on the street yesterday on the way to get Ezie so I will have that in my car in case I need it tomorrow and then take it in on Monday- we need all the fans we can get in that room- it is so hot and stuffy. My friend left early Monday and would have Wed. if I hadn't brought a second little fan like the one I have been bringing for myself. Only two large fans up front and the windows up high open.
As soon as I am done with Zumba, I will stop at MIL's house to walk the dog while dh cuts his mom's hair. Easier for him if the dog isn't under foot. Usually don't do any exercising on Saturday but will get double tomorrow.
Dh is going to be gone all day Sunday so will enjoy the day. Will have to go take dinner to MIL and give her her pills- little price to pay for having the day to myself. She may WANT take out but I am not doing that. I will take over what ever I decide to cook. If she doesn't like it, she can fend for herself.4 -
Hello ladies!
Thank you for all the kind words about my Aunt. The funeral isn't until October so there's time to plan.
Today's news is that my uncle and cousin who live across the street have Covid. My Dad was over there the day before yesterday, so I bought him two rapid tests. He had all his vaccinations and boosters and such, and he has no symptoms so far, but I imagine it would take a few days to show symptoms.
Other than that bit of Covid anxiety, it's a beautiful day. I have a pot roast for dinner. And I was going to make tuna salad again one of these days. Mom thinks I should make a casserole for my Aunt across the street. I think we should avoid going over there at all. Last time I made a meatloaf for them and I messed up the recipe. I've written poetry in three languages but I'm a mediocre cook on a good day. Hmm.
Anyway, enjoy your weekend!
Annie in Delaware6 -
Afternoon ladies
Ran down and got the run down on all of Homers meds and what time and what he likes to eat..they leave tomorrow morning and will be going on a sunset dinner cruise tomorrow night
So thay will be sweet.
Alfie and I will be up and out early in the morning and it always feels a bit odd staying at a house I lived in for 18 yrs.5 -
Stats for the day-
Walk w/kids- 2hrs 7min 51sec, 54elev, 2.87ap, 80ahr, 95mhr, 6.14mi= 587c
Strava app= 752c
Zwift home spin bike- strava stats- 2hrs 18min 3sec, 1585elev, 114aw, 17.4amph, 101ahr, 150mhr, 40.08mi= 755c
Strava app = 903c
Zwift stats- 2hrs 18min 5sec, 1588elev, 114aw, 56arpm, 17.42amph, 40.1mi= 904c
Total cal 13422 -
Heather-forgot to say wonderful rendering of the grands.. you should make a copy for son and DIL
Alfie and I chillin and watching T.V.4 -
Went to buy groceries this morning. When I got home both horses were in the driveway, loose. Thank goodness they were not in the street. I was able to put a little feed in a pan so I could shake it. I got the front pasture gate open and whistled while rattling the pan. One horse is trained to come to a whistle and the other followed her so after they went through the gate I put the feed down and closed them in. The door from the shelter into the barn was open so I must not have gotten it latched tight this morning when I was feeding. Ruby loves to play with latches and has opened gates on several occasions which is why nearly all of our gates have double latches. Just glad everyone is safe.
Barbie - I am sure you will find just the rigjt dog.
Lanette - you have some spoiled chickies there. I find the chicken tractors really interesting. One of our neighbors had 2 of them.
Everyone take care, Sue in WA6 -
SophieRosieMom wrote: »
Debbie- I really, really enjoyed seeing the bird pictures in the marsh by where you walk. What a special place! That grocery job you sometimes do is interesting, I didn't know it existed.
Make it a wonderful day!
Lanette
SW WA State
I am glad you enjoy them. They do not do justice to the real beauty there. I love that more birds are coming back. The last time I walked, there were basically no birds at all.
I have been doing regular mystery shops for at least 20 yrs(off and on- Covid stopped them for a few years). I have done a few of the merchandising jobs and like doing them.
If you are interested I can get you more information on them
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Somebody got a new wagon and is going for the maiden voyage...3 -
Good evening ladies!
Sue oh my gosh! Glad the horses were safe! It's difficult to catch my little dog; I can't imagine chasing horses! You were clever to train them.
I had another day of worrying instead of diet/exercise. I get anxious about my parents then I eat. My uncle and cousin tested positive for Covid today, and my dad was over there the day before yesterday. But of course he doesn't consider himself a risk. I bought two rapid tests, but I don't know if I can get him to take one. We shall see if any symptoms show up.
There's always something. I did get in three errands today, and I made a pot roast.
Annie in Delaware6 -
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SophieRosieMom wrote: »Tracey - hope the T-storms didn't cause trouble. I miss the light shows and house shaking rumbling - we rarely get that out here. Glad to hear your daughter is doing OK and her relationship with her DH is so strong. Sounds like you are getting into the "student groove". Give Rodger a hug from us!
Lisa - great that you get to keep the A/C thanks to Amazon's foul-up. I'd keep the Walmart one for a spare, but that's just me. Bird in the hand. Are you looking forward to DS's and his GF's (fiance?) visit? How long are they planning to stay again?
And I agree, I think a chicken "tractor" is the way to go. There are a lot of different ones on YouTube, some neat home-made ones with more room than the Omlet one (which I think is neat.) I already have a lot of tight fencing and wood, so would be inclined to tack something together (with Roger's help) instead of spending more $$.
Betsy - with the cooler weather, drive to Seattle shouldn't be too bad today, tho it is Friday. Hoping the weekend traffic congestion waits until your travels are over. Hugs to your sis. Glad you are over Covid, hope you are now done with that pesky bug forever.
Ginny - So kind of you to give the folks at the food bank an opportunity to tell their stories. Has to be tough, after many years of working and having a good family life, to have to rely to a food bank. So glad it's there for them.
My rural area has a lot of homeless camps and campers/travel trailers trying to settle in on private land and public streets. I wonder if these folks are relying on food banks too, or if it's mostly folks who have housing that can't make ends meet. Gardeners, farmers, and businesses have been good at seeing these food banks are well-stocked with fresh, nourishing food when available.
Debbie- I really, really enjoyed seeing the bird pictures in the marsh by where you walk. What a special place! That grocery job you sometimes do is interesting, I didn't know it existed.
Beth - you and your DH's siding project and son's migraines have been on my mind. Hope all is going well.
Karen - happy to see you popped in! Hugs!
Pip - Was Addison going to come back and spend time with you again? For you:
I have the crockpot full of apples cooking down into sauce. Morning temp got down to 49f and I had a splendid walk with my neighbor. Once a week gets us caught up and keeps the conversation fresh.
Thinking about Barbie's comment yesterday - the thing about new dogs, chickens, trips, cars - these keep us looking toward the future. Anticipation. Pulls us out of yesterday.
Make it a wonderful day!
Lanette
SW WA State
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I must say that I was VERY surprised that BK wasn’t that busy yesterday. So I used most of the prep for today. Soup kitchen after work then in the pool I went.
Remember how I told you I had to change the day(s) we were going to Denise’s because of the hotel fees? Well, she called to say that Pete has a kidney stone and that the engine on one of their cars is blown so she’s asked us not to come up this weekend. Interestingly, that's what she said he had two years ago when she asked us not to come up. First I was going to see PJ for 2 days, then for 1 day, now not at all. Hopefully, we can go up another weekend. Personally, I have a funny feeling about this. One part of me wonders about abuse. We know that Pete emotionally abused Denise before we moved to NC, we know that he abused her cat (the one we adopted that had a dislocated hip and air leaking out of its trachea). A person who abuses an animal I’m afraid will abuse a person eventually. Maybe I’m being the worry-wort that I am. Maybe she just wants to go down the shore since it’s supposed to be a nice weekend. Since Pete is home, maybe she is thinking that he can help with PJ and then we can come up another weekend so we can watch PJ (that’s what always happens when we go up, we get to pay for the hotel, our meals, and be PJ babysitters.) So I’m feeling sad right now. She did tell Vince that she wants us to come up there next May because PJ is “graduating” from preschool. Well, we’ll cross that bridge when we get to it. Hopefully, hotel rates will have gone down.
Got my walk in around the neighborhood. Fortunately, it’s cooler today but I still took my ice water with me. Just didn’t wear my bathingsuit
Rosemarie – I do think that WW is the best “diet” out there. I do question the “zero points”. Food has calories. Even fruit. But the points make you aware of foods. I do like the fact that there aren’t any foods that are off limits. When I was 64 I wasn’t tired all the time.
Speaking of food, I brought home some cookies for Vince. They get so many desserts, to me it isn’t funny. I tend to give a lot of desserts. Sometimes they cut up the cake in such small slices. It’s not unheard of for me to give them two slices because to me the one slice looks too skimpy.
Lisa – that sounds like this thing that I have for cleaning out the drains. It’s this real long pipe cleaner-type thing that you put down the drain and it catches the hairs so you can throw them out. I tried using it on the dryer and it really didn’t get much out. Maybe we have a clean dryer?????
Terry – isn’t it sad that the demand for food banks is rising? I felt so bad when they had to expand the refrigerator and freezer. On the one hand that means donations are up, but that also means that there’s more of a demand. So sad
Betsy – welcome home!
Heather – you’re an awesome artist
Lisa – glad Amazon is letting you keep the a/c. Maybe you can use both????
Debbie – I really enjoy volunteering at the soup kitchen. Most of the people there (like 98%) are so very grateful and kind. Some of them like to talk, they probably don’t have anyone else to talk to. So many always say “thank you”. I bet it’s the same way by you. Unfortunately, our numbers have gone up from a few years ago. I know how annoying bug bites can be. If you want TEMPORARY relief from the itching put your blowdryer pointed at the itch. Hold it there as long as you can stand it. Then take it away. The reason this works is because the heat breaks up the histamines that cause the itching. It will come back in an hour or more, but at least you get temporary relief
After the soup kitchen today took some cat food that we had that we aren’t going to use to the Humane Society. They give it out to people who can’t afford food for their animals.
Annie – I sure hope your dad doesn’t get Covid. That’s the last thing he or you need
Better get to bed.
Michele NC4 -
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Well here it is 11:30 pm and can't sleep sheesh...
And of course I have the alarm set for 6:30 am..
Oh well.. i have most eveeything packed to take over except Alfies food and my Cpap and thats easy enough..
Have the windows open and the fan going and here the crickets here is hoping I can fall asleep soon.3 -
Rosemarie2972 wrote: »Well, I have done WW over a month now and am stuck between 185 and 187. The scale almost went to 184.8 one day this week. I lose ground on the days I do the cat rescue. Also today I was tired and ate chocolate in order to keep going and was too tired to exercise. I am tired quite a bit. I don't know if this is normal at my age...about to be 64. I nap almost every day for an hour. I get very hungry and eat foods that are zero points or low in points but am not losing.
Best,
Rosemarie from GA
I understand ... you've lost someone you love, and that's very stressful. It's normal to be fatigued under stress. If you have time to sleep ... do. But also spend some time being active, especially outdoors. That also reduces stress.
I used to be very energetic ... right up till my husband had his accident in 2018. I've been so fatigued since then, and feel like I'm dragging myself through my days.
What Is Stress-Related Fatigue?
https://www.healthcentral.com/article/stress-and-fatigue
How to recognize and cope with emotional exhaustion
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/323441
My recent week up in Brisbane was good in many ways, but I did have to summon up all my strength to get through it.
I'm very much an introvert, so I experience social exhaustion as well as my usual level of exhaustion. By Friday, I was completely and utterly ... done.
I took Monday off work, giving me a 3-day weekend last weekend, and that helped a little bit. Then I worked 3 days and had my usual Friday off this weekend, giving me another 3-day weekend. I've slept a lot, have not socialised, and have been catching up on a few things.
A couple things I've found helpful when I've had a hectic day and am feeling fatigue on top of my normal fatigue are:
- quietly colouring in my colouring books for a little while.
- working in the garden - even doing something like weeding a section of the garden.
Doing those things, I don't have to interact socially with anyone, I don't have to think too much, I can just do ... and let my brain rest.
How to Deal with Social Exhaustion When You’re an Introvert
https://psychcentral.com/blog/social-exhaustion-avoiding-introvert-burnout#signs
"Social interaction can fuel some people, especially extroverts. To introverts, the same level of social interaction can be draining instead.
While introverts can appreciate socializing, they invest a lot of energy trying to navigate socially demanding environments, leading to social exhaustion.
Social fatigue or social burnout happens when you’ve socialized to the point that you can’t do it anymore. Social exhaustion can also be called introvert burnout or introvert hangover. Although it’s not a medical diagnosis, it is a valid experience that introverts and extroverts can face.
It can be an emotional and physical response to social overstimulation that leaves you feeling drained and exhausted. You might feel physically tired, stressed, angry, or irritable. Social exhaustion can feel like hitting a wall."
Machka in Oz
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This coming week is an anniversary.
Very soon the 2023 Paris-Brest-Paris 1200 km cycling event will start (Sunday, I think). We would have liked to be there to celebrate 20 years of knowing each other. We met at the 2003 Paris-Brest-Paris.
A little later this coming week, we will celebrate our wedding anniversary - 15 years!
The linked blog below tells our story.
https://machka.net/2021/08/21/rowan-charlene/
Our wedding:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/machka-bb/albums/72157607097344648
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Debbie – I really enjoy volunteering at the soup kitchen. Most of the people there (like 98%) are so very grateful and kind. Some of them like to talk, they probably don’t have anyone else to talk to. So many always say “thank you”. I bet it’s the same way by you. Unfortunately, our numbers have gone up from a few years ago. I know how annoying bug bites can be. If you want TEMPORARY relief from the itching put your blowdryer pointed at the itch. Hold it there as long as you can stand it. Then take it away. The reason this works is because the heat breaks up the histamines that cause the itching. It will come back in an hour or more, but at least you get temporary relief
Michele NC
Most of the people are thankful for what is given to them but there are a few that try and get more every time. You can tell them only one bag per family, wanting to make sure everyone gets some(we do change that if we see we may have enough for two if someone wants them later in the morning) and when you turn your back they grab another one anyways. There are others that pretend to not speak any English, but we heard them speaking no problem when they were with another worker in line. The workers that are there every single Saturday know which ones try to pull something. Mom's corner is the desserts and they do like to try and get extras. Again. If there is going to be extra then that is fine but they don't want to run out because people are taking more than they are supposed to.
Thankfully, 90% are very grateful for what is given and follow the rules, it is just those few that don't.
I spray them with hand sanitizer which helps. I also have been straying diluted citronella around the bed and even on it. It was bought as a deterrent for the cat that pees on the bed. If it keeps the mosquitos away, I will spray it on me.
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