WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR SEPTEMBER 2023
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Snowflake1968 wrote: »I broke my 100% streak. The math lesson I had to plan I only got 14/15.
😂 it was fun while it lasted.
I completed the required course within this course today and am now Orton-Gillingham certified. Maybe I can do some tutoring with it this winter.
Tomorrow is the last day of this session and I think we are off Monday. I sure hope so.
You're doing really well!Snowflake1968 wrote: »I noticed the last few days that we were away I was not having pain in my back or hips. This includes the day we climbed to the coal mine. Yesterday I sat a lot because of the drive home, today I sat to get this course finished. It was mandatory to have completed by 830am tomorrow. I am in pain again this evening. So I went for a 2km walk. I am going to start working myself up again because I’m sure not going to get steps in just being at home going to school.
Tracey in Edmonton
I find I'm standing more at work these days, and my back and hips seem to like it.
(Sit/stand desk).
M in Oz
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Tracey-breaking the streak had to happen some time! It is way ok that it did. The piece of paper at the end is what people will look for-very seldom are actual grades important. I think you are spot on about finding time to move during your day to keep back in shape. A sit/stand desk may be helpful-depending on type of computer you can sometimes improvise.
Heather-the construction crane pictures were impressive. I hope they can have most everything settled by the time children start school. DH picture is very nice-I like the colors and the overall feel.
Rebecca-insurance makes sense about doctors-every plan has different rules to follow. If you don't follow all of them you can end up paying more $$ for no really good reason.
Machka-we do all see things differently. Yesterday I injured as to location of room someone was talking about-I am very familiar with the building. Even when he drew a diagram I couldn't completely visualize. He left out a door I considered to be important to the picture. He said since it is usually open he doesn't consider it . . . perhaps there is a gender difference? I try to keep patience when probing for understanding.
I think steroid is helping knock back inflammation. I have a few more days to go on medications. I have knocked back walking to 20 minute stretches. Hopefully I can work back up because I do like the distance and help with calories but I will just have to monitor.
Was thinking of going off and hitting casino today but think I will work most of morning and take some time early this pm. I really need to finish back room and get other stuff caught up. With long weekend I can make some very good progress. Need to map out things that need done before selling house next year and start on them.
Off to do something to start my day. Stretches and a short walk are on agenda.
Take care all,
Ginny in Ohio6 -
July Highlights
July disappeared in the blink of an eye.
* I did not exercise as much as I wanted because of my knee, but I did something most days ... especially more upper body weightlifting than usual.
* We did manage to cycle a 50 km ride before I realised that my knee injury wasn't just a bruise.
* Left arm/elbow just about healed.
* I lost another kg which isn't bad given how insanely busy the month was. So, I'm 5 kg down from my high point in mid-April.
* Added another southern continent bush in the garden bed I'm currently working on. It's one I've wanted for a while ... a Little Bibi!! https://www.pma.com.au/little-bibi
* Dug up the rest of the bulbs and I'm ready to plant them ... hopefully this weekend.
* Attended a Pop-Up Cafe featuring beekeeping.
* Attended a beekeeping webinar.
* Attended a calendar planning meeting for our long distance cycling club.
* Attended hockey matches that our son and daughter-in-law played in.
* Travelled to one of our favourite spots in northern Tasmania for a few days ... nice, quiet, relaxing.
* Some colouring and reading for pleasure.
* Read the Bible every day.
* Did not work on the online course I'm taking from a university in Melbourne. Kept meaning to, but so busy.
* Meeting, meeting, bow-beeting, banana-fana, fo-feeting, fee-fi mo-meeting. Meeeeeting!
* Lots of medical appointments.
* Dyed my hair dark brown.
It was another month of running from one thing to the next. I thought June and July would be slower more relaxed, winter months, but nope! It's full speed ahead!
August Highlights
August was ... intense!
Physical - physical activity, diet, sleep, medical
* I did not exercise as much as I wanted because of my knee and and because I was so busy, but I did something most days ... especially more upper body weightlifting than usual.
* I lost another 0.4 kg which isn't bad given how insanely busy the month was So I'm 5.4 kg down from my high point in late-April.
* I ate more than I have in a while, especially during my week in Brisbane. The food at the conference was so good!!
* My sleep has been all over the place, and not enough.
* My annual cancer check was all good.
Environmental
* Not nearly enough time in the garden this month but I have started cleaning up the dry stream garden and laying down more rock. I'll post photos when I'm done.
* My husband planted the bulbs.
Occupational, Intellectual, Financial
* Conference in Brisbane. Interesting, social/networking, warm and lovely.
* Lots of reading and commenting on proposed Acts and other documents.
* 1001 meetings.
* BUSY!!
* Did not work on the online course I'm taking from a university in Melbourne. Kept meaning to, but so busy, and learning so many other things.
* Got the taxes done!
Social
* Attended conference in Brisbane! A good portion of attending the conference in Brisbane was social ... dinners, reception, ferris wheel, etc.
* Attended the local model train show.
* Attended the regular ZOOM national committee meeting for my cycling club.
* Attended our beekeeping ZOOM.
* Attended a celebration for our local brain injury association at our local government house.
* Went out for dinner at one of the fanciest places in town to celebrate our 15th anniversary.
Emotional
* Some colouring and reading for pleasure.
* It was a generally happy month.
Spiritual
* Read the Bible every day.
Full speed ahead all month!!
Really low exercise month!!
2023 Monthly August
Walking/Running Distance (km): 48.6
Walking/Running Time (min): 607.3
Cycling Distance (km): 37.3
Cycling Time (min): 124.2
Flights Stairs Climbed Number: 141.0
Flights Stairs Climbed Time (min): 101.5
Rowing Distance (km): 0.0
Rowing Time (min): 0.0
Other Distance: 0.0
Other Time: 20.0
Totals
Total Distance (km): 85.9
Total Distance (miles): 53.3
Total Time (min): 853.0
Total Time (hr): 14:13:00
September??
Well so far, I haven't booked something into just about every day like what happened with August!
Machka in Oz6 -
Good morning ladies -
Up at 2. Went to bed at 8:30 and will probably get a nap in today.
Cindy - glad to hear the hurricane wasn't damaging.
Rebecca - great job on the housecleaning, you are so organized and neat. I was happy to hear you'll be able to see both younger and older sons in the next 6 months. Good luck at the eye doc! Happy birthday to Lee!
Tracey - good job on finishing the course and being able to do tutoring. Happy Birthday early. What day is it?
Heather - Isn't it amazing that the art lessons you had on the cruise have given you, your DH and grands so much pleasure? Your DH's latest reminds me of a beautiful Christmas card I once received, same style. 3 wise men and a manger with baby Jesus. Nothing fussy. I recall the artist was from Africa. Those cranes looming over your son's house make me nervous, lol. Glad it all worked out.
Debbie - sounds like you had a wonderful walk, great to hear about birds returning. Do you run into many other people when you are walking? Do you ever fear for your safety? I picked up a cannister of pepper spray at the hardware store last week, should work good on dogs or people. I don't walk anywhere isolated, but during early morning there aren't many other folks around. DH would worry and told me to vary the times and my route a little so no one gets used to my habits.
About knitting- many years ago I taught myself to knit from illustrations in a magazine. I'm right handed, and I ended up knitting left-handed. My brain couldn't make the conversion. I dabbled in fair isle, cable, various ribbing, and circular knitting with double pointed needles. Did some sweaters and afgans, pot holders, crib blankets. I have lost dexterity in my right hand due to tendon surgery (carpal tunnel type of the thumb) and arthritis but really should pull out some yarn and knitting needles and put them where I can see them.
Reading - have any of you read the Mrs. Pollifax series by Dorothy Gilman? Very entertaining. If any of us get bored in our old age, we can walk into the CIA and apply to be spies. Why not?
Make it a fabulous day
Lanette
SW WA State
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Saturday 1 September
Sleep
Garden
Walk
Colouring
A few errands
Midsommer Murders
Daffodils and other bulb flowers are blooming
Leaves are coming out on the trees
Machka in Oz3 -
Barbie: Thank you for the new thread.
I’m copying this over from August
Heather: We often get useful information from our grandchildren. Perhaps you could offer to help Edie create an art space in her room. It could double as a homework station. I’m not surprised about Edie and Johnny not ‘getting’ the crochet from the video. I learnt about learning styles when I did my teaching degree. Teachers need to present new material to students in a number of different ways. Love that new piece of Johnny’s. Good idea form Tracey
Rebecca: Your joy shines out from the page. Long may it continue.
I have my first group meeting of the new season after lunch today. Parchment Craft. Monday I have Creative Writing and Monday Painters. I have been doing my admin this week to get ready.
Time for lunch.
☘️ Terri
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Happy September, my chickens,
Ginny – That’s all I could do when taking the steroids is let my body decide when it could sleep, because it was certainly not in my control! Was glad to see the back of them… That said, I do hope they’re helping that inflammation.
Machka – I don’t even know how to tell you how happy it makes me that you’re headed into spring as I’m sitting here with the first hint of cool fall mornings in the air. It gives me hope for our world – that women spread so far apart across the globe that we are not just in different time zones but different seasons can find this common ground to stand on. Here is the place where we can care for our own lives, the lives of those we love, and each other. It’s a joyful thing, this—happy spring, dear heart. And well done on the 5.4 kg loss!
Heather - Makes me think of your "interbeing" reference, that global sense of belonging. Love Johnny's newest work, very striking.
Debbie – I always wonder if I’m not moving fast enough when the vultures start checking me out! Your walk through the wetlands sounds absolutely wonderful.
Rebecca – That’s so funny, Amazon is supposed to deliver a spin mop today that I ordered a week ago. My daughter recommended the spin mop, and I have great faith in her Army-instilled need for things to be completely clean! Glad you're going to see both your youngest and eldest in the months to come--they'll be there before you know it!
Speaking of my daughter, I meant to say before we left August that she will be receiving an Army Commendation Medal for her actions in taking control of the situation with the older gentleman in the Salt Lake City airport, including performing CPR and the defibrillator and keeping him going until emergency services arrived. Always proud of Kelsey, and terribly pleased to see that the Army is too.
A rant on more on her ex-husband's shenanigans:Talked to Kels last night, because she just found out that her ex-husband filed paperwork last March to show that the kids live with him in order to obtain base housing in Georgia this summer. The divorce decree is very clear that Kelsey has primary custody, but somehow, he got both kids' domestic arrangements and medical paperwork information changed in the system to reflect them living at his Georgia on-base address, where he was not even entitled to live.
He also apparently threw in some gratuitous annoyance by changing all of Kelsey's addresses in that same system back to the Kansas base that she left nearly nine months ago. She reported it all to her first sergeant, who will deal with it at command level, and she is going to have to wade through the horrible mess of trying to get the Army systems (that don't always talk to each other) to understand both where she lives and that the kids live with her, not with him.
He might have finally overreached himself by defrauding the government and falsifying government documents, but he's a slippery little son-of-a-gun and may figure out a way to weasel out of it. Having him thrown out of the Army, or in jail, wouldn't be to the kids' benefit, but I'm hoping they at LEAST level a fine and a reduction in rank for obtaining benefits he wasn't entitled to, like base housing. She's already after him for more than $3,000 he owes for his share of childcare as well. The Army takes his child support payments out of his check automatically, but the childcare obligation is variable, so can't be done that way.
The cool mornings really are such an amazing thing, especially after 105 degree afternoons like yesterday. Means fall is coming, one of my two favorite seasons, and that summer is nearly over. Hope everyone's doing well... glad we've all made it to September.
Much love from the cool, serene and green River Valley of Arkansas,
Lisa7 -
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Lisa - It's been cold here the last couple of days. I'm in a thermal long-sleeved vest and light sweater! Determined not to put on the heating yet! Fortunately, it's due to warm up over the weekend when DH has cricket.
I spent my book writing time this morning trying to explain what I mean by 'interbeing'. By writing about it, I'm beginning to understand it! I'm delving back into my philosophy degree, which is fun. And yes, union and community with others in the world is part of it. I'm having such fun.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx4 -
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Tracey I took an Orton-Gillingham course in college. It was one of the first methods to address teaching students with dyslexia. It helped improve my spelling. I liked that they believe in teaching the patterns of reading and 85% of English language fit into a pattern. Kudos for becoming certified!3
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I’m glad I found this group. I started my weight loss journey, again, last October. My weight had been stalled since June. I finally got frustrated with what I was doing so I decided to try this again. I lost 2lbs my first week. I hesitate to use programs like this or WW, because they have made me obsess about the next meal or what can I eat or not eat. I’m coming in with a new mindset this time. I have a long term goal, I’m going on a cruise in April with my 24 year old daughter, I want to feel confident in a swim suit. Small goal, get out of the 230’s. Been there too long. 236.8 today.11
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Morning ladies
We are here at Coco Key but not aloud off the ship until 11 am.so im in my room trying to get my stuff packed to get off the ship tomorrow .😭
But boy have I had a blast..
Miles having breakfast before going to a farm with mom today...6 -
Betsy in NW WA0 -
Good morning, ladies.
Tracey, congrats on becoming certified! Enjoyed seeing your holiday pics.
Haven't seen my pair of hummingbirds lately so not sure if they have moved on. Still putting out fresh sugar water though as I know we get a few more from northern Alberta when they start migrating.
Quiet day today as DH is working on his summerfallow as the fields have finally dried down enough. Our barley field is just about ready to swath and combine. Will probably start later next week. Some farmers are struggling combining as they are continually getting stuck on the field due to wet conditions. I'm hoping DH doesn't have that issue when he starts.
Have quite a few tomatoes in the garden so think I'm going to start picking a few. They are still green but can ripen in the house. Getting a bit concerned about frost and don't want to have to deal with them all at once if temps dip down too low.
Joy
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Barbie--Thanks for keeping us going. I am so looking forward to Fall and cooler temps.
Lisa--Great news on the commendation medal for your DD. Sorry to hear your ex is causing problems, but he messed with the wrong people when he messed with the army. I don't think they will just let it go.
Going to be hot the next couple days. After work today off until Monday and don't have a real plans. Work on my picture project and do some house work. So happy it's Friday.
Blessings, Vicki GRAND ISLAND, NE6 -
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Heather – seeing that crane reminds me of when they installed the pool. They had the pool go right over the house! It WAS something to see, our one neighbor brought out her lawn chair to watch. Then when they put in the spa. It was upside down as they brought it over the house. I swear, upside down it looked like a spacecraft!
Michele NC
Say hello to my ET friends! Lol
RVRita in Roswell, NM3 -
August accountability. Did better this month. Still not where I was in the Spring but getting there!
Meditation: daily. 26/31 (82%(started Feb)(94%,100%, 74%, 93%,100%,100%)
Walking and exercising slowed down because of record heat this month. Had bad asthma attack sending me to ER. Blood pressure very high making me tired.
Rita
Stop B12
Switch DHEA to every other day on sept 6
Kev
Add folic acid, once a day
Add magnesium to 3x a day
Up Berberine to 3x a day
1. cut back drinking and limit to 2 days a week. 7/8–(300%,100%)
2. Average 7,000 steps a week. 5418,4157,6745,7029,6938,(7,700,100%-9851,100%-9526,100%-9,559,100%, -8347,100%—7465,100%—6328,90%—6059,87%)
3. Update budget every 2 weeks 3/2 —(800%)
4. Contact close family every week (4x) 180/208—(733%) should be 172 by October 1)
5. Contact Donat and sibs once a month (8x)72/94 (800%)
6. Weigh less last day of month compared to first until I reach 140. Start at 178.6,176,174.2,173.4,175.4,174,175.6,173.4 (500%)
7. Develop a journaling practice by aiming to journal at least 5 days a week. 22/22 (681%,100%)
8. Read 12 books at least this year. 32/12 (100%)
9. Pay off credit card debt by January 2024 by making monthly payments to NDR/Reach Financial 8/12—(800%)
10. Continue building emergency fund at SLFCU (min$25 a month)$25+$25+$71+700+25+25 +25+25 (800%)
11. April started putting 4% on income in savings. 700,200,200, 107, 157,(500%)
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—met 99%
September met
October met —
November met—
December met—
RVRita in Roswell, NM8 -
Here is the monthly list I use for you to copy if you’d like. Thank you Machka for posting the calendar. I always forget to post it in a format that works on here.
The things in spoilers is mostly for me to remember and accountability. Read if you will, and copy/change what works for you. This method works for me. 😍
2023 Self-Care September 2023
Word of the year: appreciate. Today I appreciate electronics.
Meditation: daily. /31 (82%(started Feb)(94%,100%, 74%, 93%,100%,100%)Rita1. Find time for self-care. It’s not selfish. It’s essential.
Stop B12
Switch DHEA to every other day on sept 6
Kev
Add folic acid, once a day
Add magnesium to 3x a day
Up Berberine to 3x a day
Foods to avoid:
Barley
Bell peppers
Chicken
Clam
Egg white
Eggplant
Ginger
Rye
Wheat
Winter squash
1. cut back drinking and limit to 2 days a week. 0/8–(300%,100%)
2. Average 7,000 steps a week. 5418,4157,6745,7029,6938,(7,700,100%-9851,100%-9526,100%-9,559,100%, -8347,100%—7465,100%—6328,90%—6059,87%)
3. Update budget every 2 weeks 0/2 —(800%)
4. Contact close family every week (4x) 180/208—(733%) should be 172 by October 1)
5. Contact Donat and sibs once a month (8x)72/94 (800%)
6. Weigh less last day of month compared to first until I reach 140. Start at 178.6,176,174.2,173.4,175.4,174,175.6,173.4 (500%)
7. Develop a journaling practice by aiming to journal at least 5 days a week. /22 (681%,100%)
8. Read 12 books at least this year. 32/12 (100%)
9. Pay off credit card debt by January 2024 by making monthly payments to NDR/Reach Financial 8/12—(800%)
10. Continue building emergency fund at SLFCU (min$25 a month)$25+$25+$71+700+25+25 +25+25 (800%)
11. April started putting 4% on income in savings. 700,200,200, 107, 157,(500%)
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—met 99%
September met
October met —
November met—
December met—
2. Notice the things you do well, however small.
3. Let go of self-criticism and speak to yourself kindly.
4. Plan a fun or relaxing activity and make time for it.
5. Forgive yourself when things go wrong. Everyone makes mistakes.
6. Focus on the basics: eat well, exercise, and go to bed on time.
7. Give yourself permission to say ‘no’..
8. Be willing to share how you feel and and ask for help when needed.
9. Aim to be good enough, rather than perfect.
10. When you find things hard, remember it’s ok to not be ok.
11. Make time to do something you really enjoy.
12. Get active outside and give your mind and body a natural boost.
13. Be as kind to yourself as you would to a loved one.
14. If you’re busy, allow yourself to pause and take a break.
15. Find a caring calming phrase to use when you feel low.
16. Leave positive messages for yourself to see regularly.
17. No plans day. Make time to slow down and be kind to yourself.
18. Ask a trusted friends to tell you what strengths they see in you.
19. Notice what you are feeling without any judgement.
20. Enjoy photos from a time with happy memories.
21. Don’t compare how you feel inside to how others appear outside.
22. Take your time. Make space to just breathe and be still.
23. Let go of other people’s expectations of you.
24. Accept yourself and remember that your are worthy of love.
25. Avoid saying ‘I should’ and make time to do nothing.
26. Find a new way to use one of your strengths or talents.
27. Free up time by canceling any unnecessary plans.
28. Choose to see your mistakes as steps to help you learn.
29. Write down 3 things you appreciate about yourself.
30. Remind yourself you are enough, just as you are.
RVRita in Roswell, NM
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Barbie thanks as always for the new thread. You are our rock!
Allie you ran over your foot? Like Tracey, your “little friend” would have scared me.
Belated welcome @aidengeorgeinfo.
Welcome @carlaluvs2sing Carla from NC, lots here love to sing, Rebecca, Margaret, others (Sue in Wa?). I love to sing but because I also love my DH and pew buddies I keep it down except for in the car :laugh:
Lisa “Arnold Schwarzeneggery, so strong enough to easily yank it down. Wonder if that's what the growly/grunt was? "I'll be back..." in raccoon?” Scary then but how you made it funny.
Likewise Barbie, “It has been an opportunity for spiritual growth for all four of us.” Oh yeah…
Annie “slingshot and peanut M&Ms because they are biodegradable” A real tea-snorter.
Katla I’ve never seen our hummingbirds share the feeder at the same time. We do have a few that aggressively chase the others away, Love it when the tiny ones come and take l o o o n g drinks.
Heather Yikes. Cannot imagine living through that renovation onsite. Sounds like DDIL is handling her decision fatigue as best she can. Insightful about how others don’t see as we do. Johnny’s latest.
Beth brilliant suggestion to Heather about Edie’s art/homework station.
Barbie again, just saw the patience and wisdom meme. Snorted the last of my tea. ROTFLMAO!
Vicki where DID all those old people come from? Like that woman in the mirror. Oh.
Ginny miraculously the laptop is still chugging along. Black Friday, hmm. Good idea. Our finances MAY have recovered by then…
Cindy in Pensacola thankful you dodged the worst of the hurricane.
Machka I confess to being jealous of your lengthening daylight. If I were a snow bird… “1001 meetings” :noway:
Tracey con VERY gratulations on your certification! You are on the way!
Lanette loved the Mrs. Pollifax series. Also now loving the Inspector Gamache series thanks to your recommendation.
Lisa brava for Kels. She has the grit to wade through that paper mess. Hope the Army can figure out how to rein in the ex without penalizing her and the kids.
Welcome @petekimclaire and congratulations on the new mindset!
Joy have I told you lately how much I admire all you hardworking farmers? Way beyond my scope.
Well done on the goals Rita!
Joe is on the roof, brushing out the chimney, blowing out the gutters. I’m in the office, praying.
Whoops, time to feed the dogs, do the PT, shower and go to Chiro. Hope she can fix the right leg.
August intentions and summary – work in progress but improvements over last month.
Move: average more steps than May: 375 short of goal, but 435 steps more than July. Daily-ish PT 82% up from July 58%
Fuel: less sugar than mfp allows. 65g over for the month but significant improvement over July’s 238g.
Live: Get back into daily-ish habits of sitting with Joe and playing with Tumble (58%) and Shadow (74%).
Squeeze in some mindfulness meditation. Bupkes.
August average weight 0.7 lbs less than July.
September intentions
Move average more steps than May (7778), daily-ish PT, play with and walk dogs.
Fuel: less sugar than mfp allows. CI<CO.
Live: mindfully with people, dogs and when putting things in my mouth. Open heart and mind before mouth. Joe, readings, meditate.
Yesterday’s (8/31) gratitude:08/31: Move: 1 sets PT w/D. Steps:4009 :PLater, lighter, lovelies!
Fuel: sugar in vs mfp=13 CI<CO net=494
Live: Joe, readings, BP, AD, line dance fair demos to YouTube, prep shower for plumber, filing. Wt:132.9
08/30: Move: 2 sets PT w/x&a, line dance class, Jeopardy walking. Steps:8520
Fuel: sugar in vs mfp=14 CI<CO net=338
Live: Joe, readings, BP, AF, AD, visit DS, tried to help J with uploads. Wt: 132.7
Barbara, the Southern Oregon Coastie AHMOD
2023: Be of good cheer. August: Move more, fuel better (less sugar), live NOW.
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