WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR SEPTEMBER 2023
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Mops ...
I use a spray mop and like it. Saves on having to deal with a bucket.
After a couple uses, I toss the soft part that comes in contact with the floor in the wash machine.
M in Oz2 -
We didn't know that Bea is doing a 'scooterthon ' today, but, after we were told, DH went off to watch. It's far too hot for me ! She must have completed it by now, but here is a pic from before the race.
I emptied yet another drawer today! Mostly old bras. I never wear bras, but I kept a couple that fitted me. One black, one white. A pack of hair rollers! Moved one or two things to more logical places. Found some old bikini bottoms and fancy knickers that remind me of my young days. Kept those for old times sake.
Very satisfying to clear stuff out.
Then I washed out the trash cupboard and washed the disgusting dust pan. I'm about to go on Amazon and buy a pretty new set. But much better.
Happy days!
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx
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News just in.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx
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Pip Ride safe! We are cheering you on!
Barbara Warming bears are filled with smell good seeds and stuff. They have weight to them and can be heated in the microwave for comfort. My first one was given to me by my BFF shortly before she died. Brown bear is a constant companion even when traveling. We got the horse one to ride in the Bronco. We just bought a grey bear for a friend that has really high anxiety. I have acquired grey bear(he has the best personality), pink bear, white bear, two baby bears, black bear, orange bear, andpurple bear. Good thing we have a king size bed-lol!
Laundry going. Will walk some more today. It is cooler. Right now the fog is so dense that there is no world beyond our treeline. No mountains! It will change again in 5 minutes. DH made the comment that I hadn't pointed out animals in the sky yet (clouds). I explained that there have either been no clouds or total coverage. I keep looking though.
Love my local honey! Goes mainly in my coffee and has helped curb my allergies. Haven't had bronchitis since starting with the honey 7 years ago. My advice is to try until you find some you like and stay away from the mass produced stuffs.
Much love,
Kylia currently in the Smokies
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Good morning ladies!
Pip you go, girl! Have a marvelous ride!
Barbara so glad to that Joe does not have diabetes!
Kylia sounds like you are having a great trip! Enjoy!
Heather good job on decluttering!
It will be a slow day here. I have new books to read, and my knee is a little sore on the stairs. I might have to dig out the brace. I had visions of getting strong enough to put the brace away for good, but that's not reality. Now I just have to remember where I stashed it.
Annie3 -
Spent a good part of the day in the garden. Not a lot of moving around, but lots of stretching and isometric exercises!!
Plus I've done some upper body weights.
M in Oz2 -
Betsy in NW WA0 -
Tummy trouble this morning. 🙁 Oh well—
Katla in Illinois10 -
Good morning, ladies.
Lanette, I have other cats....four actually. Two are strictly indoor and the other two will go in and out during the day and in at night.
Another nice harvest day here and farmers are going full on. I noticed some are spraying canola fields before attempting to combine. I think it is a desiccant they are using in an attempt to dry down the plants and any second growth of weeds that happened as a result of our growing conditions this year. DH is still swathing and some areas are still too wet to get into and some of the barley is laying totally flat as a result of all the rain and windy conditions. That will be a loss as he won't be able to pick it up when combining. Overall, though a nice crop.
Assembled five pies yesterday for the freezer and working on another batch today. In the past I have simply frozen the pie filling but found that I wouldn't use it up and ended up throwing it out. Started freezing the entire pies instead and find that I will use it. Will do ten in total. Might make a small batch of applesauce with a few of the leftover apples too.
Enjoy the day.
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Lanette- neither my BFF or myself is fond of the flavor of honey - so we didn't even consider the recipes calling for it.
Wait honey lovers ! I admit that the honey I don't like is grocery store honey and that I have never done a honey tasting of other varieties. I don't remember ever being somewhere where their was honey tasting, but of course as it is not something I lean to I might just have not noticed. But the special honey's are expensive here and I would not spend that money without tasting first.
LOL smiles
Kim
Most farmers markets usually have local honey. Local honey for prevention of allergies is the best kind. There are usually light, dark and flower honeys. Honey has lots of medicinal remedies. Great for skin cuts or sores. Apply thin layer and cover. More on line info.7 -
10 Considerations If You're Struggling to Lose Weight
https://www.verywellfit.com/things-to-stop-doing-want-to-lose-weight-3496367
Most of my life, I have been slim and fit and very active.
However, in my mid-40s I started gaining weight.
December 2014, summer and some time off work meant that I had lots of time to exercise, so I did! And I lost some weight. But on Dec 23, they squeezed me into an appointment with a specialist, and I had surgery booked for early January - large polyps, which turned out to be precancerous, in my uterus. About a week after the surgery I was having a biopsy for a lump in my breast which turned out to be benign. I hit the highest weight I had ever been.
Mid-February 2015, I joined MFP and was on a mission to lose weight. Every single day with no breaks, I kept my intake at or slightly less than net 1250 calories a day for 15 weeks, and lost 15 kg. I took a 1-month break while travelling, and gained about 2 kg. I lost those 2 kg in the next few weeks. Then I stuck to net 1350 for the next 10 weeks and lost another 10 kg bringing me down to a weight I hadn't seen since I was in my early 30s before Christmas 2015. I weighed and logged everything I ate!! I also exercised a lot.
Starting in 2016, my husband and I increased the cycling we had been doing dramatically.
So it was not difficult to maintain my weight until March 2018 when my husband had an accident which resulted in a severe traumatic brain injury. And then I let things with me go.
At the end of April/beginning of May 2023, I hit a new high weight! Yuck. So I've been working at it again, but this time, I have not been logging my food. I've just been eating more or less what I ate when I lost all the weight in 2015. And I've lost 5.4 kg.
Although, this week, I was up a tiny bit. Not sure if that was because I've been exercising more of it was because I was trying a new at-work snack (roasted chickpeas) which I won't likely get again. They taste great, but possibly too good.
Now that it is spring, hopefully we'll have more nice days so that I can walk more at lunch again.
Plus the sun sets at 5:45 pm now so we've got a hint of daylight in the evenings again. Soon evening walks might be possible.
I am only 56 and want to be slim and fit and active again.
Machka in Oz
I liked the 10 considerations if your struggling to lose weight. Sometimes I will get stuck at a number for a couple weeks. Thanks you.2 -
Good morning all! I have been reading everyone's posts the past couple of weeks. I will try to remember everything. These last two weeks of summer are crazy. One week I plan a party every day. This year we had
a water party ( temps in the 90s) and I set up two different slip n slide areas, sprinkler area, water table, bubbles and of course the kids made chalk paint and mud. The second party was a Luau with treasure hunt, third party was Christmas in the Summer. We made ornaments, gingerbread houses, and had hot cocoa (this day was rainy and cooler; so the activities went over well). fourth party was a pajama party (thank god, bc I needed the rest) and the fifth party of the week was a camp out. I set up a couple of tents in the yard and we roasted hotdogs and had s'mores and sang camp songs. The second week was off to school week. As the week progressed, children would spend their last day(s) and then be off to school. All four of my "big kids" are going to different schools this year. One is at the montessori school, one at the arts/academics academy, one at the christian school, and one at the public school. I am also losing two four year olds to "pre-school" this year. One at the Y preschool and the other at the public preschool. That leaves me with room for five children. Only one can be under 18 months. I have posted the openings on a few public sites, but so far only one spot filled. I am more than a bit anxious about this and so, of course, now that my vacation time is here; I am sick. *sigh* The cold that I had a couple of weeks ago kind of hung in there with a little cough and voice hoarseness. But it has reared it's ugly head again. I am glad I am now on vacation and can sleep whenever I am tired and "do things" when I feel the urge to do things. BUT...it has also got me thinking about tackling this cold in a more "holistic/natural" way. I have been watching a few Barbara O'Neill videos. Have any of you heard of her? Do any of you use a more holistic approach to illness or illness prevention?
Along with Barbara O'Neill, I am also reading Michael Pollan (This is your mind on plants) and also watched the Blue Zone documentary (really interesting info). I feel like I have dug myself into this hole of "not-well being", due to stress, depression, exhaustion and I am hoping this vacation will give me the inspiration and rest I need to begin the climb out of the hole.
Pip- Sending you all of the good/safe vibes as you make your "ride" today! You truly are an inspiration and I can't wait to see your stats!
Katla- So glad you have the hummingbirds to watch and give you joy! They are so sweet and small (but mighty flyers).
Machka- I use the same type of mop. I am a big "cheapo" though and just use cloths instead of the pricey wet mop towels.
Barbie- Sorry to hear about Jake's ankle/knee injuries. I have injured both of mine (muscle/tendon strains). I have to say, the knee caused me the worse pain and longest healing time. A soft leg brace did wonders to remind me to keep it still and take it easy. Love hearing how your new pup is settling in.
Lanette- Your chicken stories just make my day! I would love to find "surprise" eggs! It is like starting your day with a scavenger hunt! lol
Annie- I bet if you can give your knee a day or two of rest; it will be all the stronger for it! Sit back and enjoy your books!
Heather- Your painting turned out wonderful! Yea, for you and the beach runs getting a little easier! Also...can your grands get any cuter?! You must have the three most active grandchildren in the Hove area!
Lisa-I enjoyed hearing about Johnny and his friend's visit. In fact, I enjoy hearing about your relationship with your kids and Corey. Just to think that it was all new, when I first "met" you on this group.
Rebecca- What an amazing month you have had!! The "boys" brought the joy. First Owain rings in the beginning of the month and then Eli rings in his arrival! Woo-hoo! Can I just say that I can hear/feel the joy in your posts. Your posts are "brighter". Hugs to you!
Rosemarie- Get rest and take care of yourself! Are we sick of covid, yet? Ugh!
Welcome to all of the new girls! A big hello and hugs to Rori, Beth, Michele, Barbara, Margaret, Tracey, Katie, Vicki, Tere, Kate, Kylia and all who are going through my mind, but I can't remember anything beyond sending you hugs!
ttfn xoxoxo KJ (Kelly)9 -
“The dangers of sitting: why sitting is the new smoking
Sitting or lying down for too long increases your risk of chronic health problems, such as heart disease, diabetes and some cancers.
Too much sitting can also be bad for your mental health.
Being active is not as hard as you think. There are lots of simple ways to include some physical activity in your day.”
Here is the link to this article: https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/the-dangers-of-sitting
I bought this scale for weighing meats, etc. to make sure of the service size from Amazon for $10. It is about the size of my cell phone. My DH loved it, and I do to. It is small and folds closed so you can bring it with you when you eat away from home too. Thought maybe someone on here would be interested. I used my 8 oz coffee cup to show you the size.
RVRita in Roswell, NM
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2023 Self-Care September 2023
Word of the year: appreciate. Today I appreciate good medical care.Meditation: daily. 7/30 (82%(started Feb)(94%,100%, 74%, 93%,100%,100%)7. Give yourself permission to say ‘no’.. I’m doing this more often now.
Recommended exercise: cardio 5 days 30 min 5/23
Strength all muscles 2 x 0/8 a week
Flexible (yoga, stretching) 0/8 a week 10 min
Balance 5 days 10 min 1/20
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
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. 5784, (7,700,100%-9851,100%-9526,100%-9,559,100%, -8347,100%—7465,100%—6328,90%—6059,87%)
3. Update budget every 2 weeks 2/2 —(800%)
4. Contact close family every week (4x) 184/208—(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. 7/23 (681%,100%)
8. Read 12 books at least this year. 34/12 (100%)
9. Pay off credit card debt by January 2024 by making monthly payments to NDR/Reach Financial 8/12—(900%)
10. Continue building emergency fund at SLFCU (min$25 a month)$25+$25+$71+700+25+25 +25+25 (900%)
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—
1. Find time for self-care. It’s not selfish. It’s essential. Making time!
2. Notice the things you do well, however small. I will. Talking to campers, meeting dogs, electronics.
3. Let go of self-criticism and speak to yourself kindly. I will try!
4. Plan a fun or relaxing activity and make time for it. Did this already! Went for a long walk this morning.
5. Forgive yourself when things go wrong. Everyone makes mistakes. This will be hard because I tend to blame myself for everything.
6. Focus on the basics: eat well, exercise, and go to bed on time. Will Do!
8. Be willing to share how you feel and and ask for help when needed. I will try to remember to ask for help when I need it rather than struggle and get frustrated.
9. Aim to be good enough, rather than perfect. This needs to be a mind change for me. Whenever I do something, I get upset if it is not perfect. I need to make it a point to accept what the result is while doing my best.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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Carol in GA2
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KJ - Brighton and Hove is one of the fittest and healthiest places in the UK. The girls belong to a very active peer group. After the scooterthon, (Scoot, Bike, Run), Bea is going off to her theatre group for 3 hours.
Tomorrow, after Edie's triathlon, she has a swimming gala in the evening.
Of course, it is mega hard on the parents. Both girls in football teams, swimming lessons, cycling and triathlon club for Edie. Then they also have music lessons! And Bea's theatre. Plus Art Club. All these are a big commitment for the parents!
Max does a bit of cycling, and sailing in the summer. He can now take himself to computer coding club by train and bus. He does other things, like chess, at school. Piano he can now, at last, walk to!
I was a super lazy parent, and if they couldn't get there by themselves, they didn't go. J had music lessons at our house, and roller disco near the school. I did pick him up from that. T had fencing across the road, but we had to drop him off at the coach for competitions. He played rugby as a teenager, which was more of a commitment, as the grounds were some distance. He did play internationally, travelling to Italy with the team.
My advice is, never let your children be any good at anything!
Sorry, one more pic.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx
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New to MFP and macros. I am sooo ready! I told my husband let's start after we get back from San Fran next weekend. Took a picture of my son and I at his football game last night and told my husband, not waiting until next week! Starting tomorrow (which is today)! Sooo here I am. After an emergency hysto in 2013 I have been at 200 give or take 5 pounds either way. But then, around 2021 the weight started creeping up and up. highest 225. cannot for the life of me go back down. I am a total comfort eater and have become very sedentary - which I never was. I ache. I complain. I'm unhappy and I stopped looking in the mirror years ago. I'm 53 but feel 90!!! I'm at rock bottom.
Hey, This is Cindy from Pensacola. Welcome. I too had a surgery that caused a change for me. I had physical limitations in ability to care for myself and limited walking. But anyway I am better now. January I was 216ib. I had frequent falls. I hurt too. I wanted desperately to lose weight. So I started MFP in addition to taking a low dose Phentermine 15mg daily and Topiramate 25mg twice a day meals. I just needed a little help curbing appetite. In the beginning I could not exercise. I lost about 10lb then I was able to start with a stationary bike. Slowly I worked up to 45 minutes a day. Then in May I got an electric trike due to balance issues. The world was now in color to me being able to be outside was such a motivating force for me. I had read on MFP to lose weight it's important to be outside for 30 minutes a day. In total I have lost 33lb. It has been slow. It has been a life style change. I am so grateful for the changes I made. I am moving better and a little faster. I don't know if my balance will improve but I know losing weight will help my joints and if I fall I can almost get myself back up now. I hope I have encouraged you. It's one day at a time. I eat a high protein low carb diet. I love carbs. I have learned how to replace those foods and be satisfied. I drink protein water. Protein 2o grape is my favorite. Amazon has it. Also drink a protein supplement daily Premier protein I like chocolate. There is also Pea protein tasteless to add to any drink. No time to cook. Realgood foods frozen section to keep on hand in case you can't cook. My fav is the chicken enchiladas and Lasagna. I don't eat red meat due to gut issues. I eat a lot of fish and chicken. Shrimp has a lot of protein. I use zero carb tortilla as my bread. Make a roll up with cheese and ham w/ tortilla heat it up. I use PB2 and reconstitute place on tortilla and add raspberries or blackberries fresh and eat. There is chocolate PB2 also. Mozzarella cheese sticks are great zero carbs and filling.3 -
dlfk202000 wrote: »
Got to watch a swan family parade at the wetlands today- I had ten extra minutes so walked back down by the largest lake/pond and they came from behind the bushes very close to the bank where I was standing.
These other pictures are from yesterday. First one is a bit blurry- tried to zoom in- wish I could figure out what they are, they are very tiny and tons of them. The size of baby chicks
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MS Bike Ride for 2023 done! Left at 4:40am home at 9:40am. Some thunderstorms and rain, that’s okay. Great weather from beginning to end.
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