WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR NOVEMBER 2023
Replies
-
Wednesday’s gratitude: leg a little less painful, is it the clearing weather?
Halfway through the month, average steps on track, average weight better than bad ol’ October but not yet better than September.
Heather had to google “turkey crown” aha, its like the bone in turkey breast I’ll roast for Thanksgiving… IF our oven works by then. It’s a little concerning that you’ve lost interest in cooking for the moment, have you fully recovered from the UTI? Edie’s determination is truly inspiring. And Johnny’s determination to be there for the grands is so heart warming, glad DDIL acknowledges it, even without knowing the “rest of the story.”
Machka “sunflower card” how compassionate for those with hidden disabilities and their families.
Thanks for the cautionary “turkey in the BBQ” tale. :noway:
Lisa aaugh! Hope you can find capsaicin in a “fingers free” stick or roll-on applicator, to get the medicine onto your hands where they hurt but not onto the fingertips where they would inflame other body parts… Was going to share my hot hemp rub stick but alas, it contains no capsaicin. Wow, that explains a lot ;{ What a goober I am.
Rita “National Spicy Hermit Cookie Day Nov 15” Boy, I miss my oven!!!
Michele, I was lucky this year, the lab did have the order for my bloodwork. In years past I’ve gotten there, fasting and cranky, to be told it wasn’t there. “Oops!” indeed.
Pip were those sea otters, or seals?
Tracey “…DH goes along too, and pretends to be Grinch-y but asked me the other day what I thought about some lights he saw…” Men! The first year we were together, Joe said he didn’t want a big Thanksgiving dinner… then the day before, he said, in a mournful tone, “What? No turkey?” The smallest, turkey at the store near work was a 20+ pounder, frozen. Had to schlep it back to the apartment and thaw it in the bathtub. Since then, I just plan and prepare what I want and he can choose to enjoy it or not… ;}
Kylia “Grateful to have my village even if it is online.” Amen, sister, amen!
Lanette my plaid, flannel, zip up hoodie’s come from LLBean. Many color options. https://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/119322?page=scotch-plaid-shirt-relaxed-zip-hoodie&bc=&feat=hoodie-SR0&csp=a&attrValue_0=Bean of Freeport Cream&searchTerm=hoodie&gnrefine=1*CATEGORY*Women's&pos=3 . “… look forward to washing dishes…” :laugh: me too. First thing I do when I get to the casserole-a-thon is plunge my poor cold hands into the sink full of hot suds.
Oven repair guy is scheduled to be here around noon. I’ll be in town for a massage so Joe will cope. Fingers X’d the part that arrived is the right one and undamaged from being sent in a UPS box with absolutely no padding or packing materials.11/15: Move: sets 2 PT w/dx2, Cape Sebastian stroll with Joe and the dogs, line dance class. Steps:8749
Fuel: sugar in vs mfp=8 CI<CO net=717 vits=1
Live: Joe, readings, BP, AF, ptT, ptS, dogs to GB for nail trims, library, Post Office, Bi-Mart, Freddie’s, recycling. Wt: 132.5
Later, lighter, lovelies!
Barbara, the Southern Oregon Coastie AHMOD
November: Move more: chair yoga, line dance, dailyish PT, play with dogs.
Fuel better: less sugar, CI<CO, dailyish vitamins.
Live NOW: dailyish time with Joe, readings, start meditating. Open heart and mind before mouth.
2023: Be of good cheer.
5 -
Good morning ladies!
Another sunny fall day here. Lots of squirrels looking for acorns.
My mom comes home in two days. There's cleaning to do before she gets home. I resent picking up after my father but I guess it has to be done and I'm elected. Plus I have to decide what to do about the stove. The knob locks don't unlock.
Mom and Dad and I are invited to my cousin's for Thanksgiving. It will be a chore to get my mom from the car in the door. And I have to get wine and grapes to bring. And a hostess gift and something for my other cousin's birthday. They might be getting jewelry because that's all I can carry!
Have a great day my friends!
Annie in Delaware
4 -
Betsy in NW WA1 -
1
-
Lanette - It's nearly finished. Every week there is something new. This week it was a spectacular wallpaper in the downstairs toilet.
The living room is in the process of being painted and will need flooring. My son wants to hang photos/pictures on the stairs. But it's warm and liveable.
Waitrose came early. Very jolly delivery man. I sent back some of the substitutions, but I got extra large organic eggs for the same price as large, and a free ciabatta, as it was a bit squashed.
Having mushroom risotto tonight, with broccoli.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx4 -
I found a three strand leather bracelet with a magnetic clasp for a hostess and birthday gift. The price was very reasonable and the reviews were good. I mention it because it's the season when everyone needs gift ideas!
Annie in Delaware5 -
Morning ladies
Didn't sleep well,and woke up around 7:30 and have been in the bathroom most of the morning.
No plans today..think I might stay close to home today..4 -
Saw this on another site and thought it really hit home with me.
"Today I asked my body what she needed.
Which is a big deal.
Considering my journey of
Not REally Asking That Much.
I thought she might need more water.
or protein,
or greens,
or yoga,
or supplements,
or movement.
But as I stood in the shower
Reflecting on her stretch marks,
Her roundness where I would like flatness,
Her softness where I would like firmness,
All those conditioned wishes
That form a bundle of
Never-Quite-Right-Ness,
She whispered very gently:
Could you just love me like this?
Really made me think. No matter where we are in our weight journey, we need to love ourselves.
8 -
Tracey - Much good luck with selling the pieces you've made for the show.
Barbara AHMOD - Hope the repair is a great success. You never know how much you use an oven until you don't have one!
Machka - The turkey story is such a comedy of errors--The first Thanksgiving dinner I made was when I was 14, as my mother had issues with her legs and wasn't allowed on her feet. My paternal grandparents were the guests, and I was utterly freaked out... but everything turned out fine.
Heather - John is such an absolute pet, struggling all that way and then back home for Edie's sake. Well done to Edie, too, for a respectable showing. You and John have become such a huge part of the grands' lives since you moved near them. That kind of love in a child's life is something really special. I too found your lack of interest in cooking to be a little worrisome--your love of creating good food is kind of a cornerstone. Hope you're doing OK, dear heart.
Vicki - That's lovely, and on top of that, true. We beat ourselves up a lot, and criticize ourselves more than anyone else ever does. Maybe it's finally time to stop.
Appointments today - the roofer guy is supposed to be here at 10, and then I'll need to head into town at 1pm to get the last few pots glazed and ready for the kiln. Hopefully pick some finished ones up, too, but I don't know what her kiln schedule is. She may be waiting for my last pieces to glaze before she fires all of mine.
I'm hoping the roofer gives me a good enough price that I can convince Corey to pay them to do it. I would prefer someone else go crawling all over that roof and my husband stays safely on the ground. Not that I've told him that.
Anyway... I've delayed over this long enough this morning. Hope it is/was a very good day for all.
Love,
Lisa in AR
5 -
I got 3 shots yesterday and so did DH: Flu, Covid, and RSV. My arms are a bit sore and the one with two shots is swollen a bit, but nothing major. DH on the other hand is ‘dying’ (LOL). I am teaching a class tonight, so I’m glad I don’t feel that bad. I’m tired is all, so a nap will be in order I think.
RVRita5 -
OttersWednesday’s gratitude: leg a little less painful, is it the clearing weather?
Halfway through the month, average steps on track, average weight better than bad ol’ October but not yet better than September.
Heather had to google “turkey crown” aha, its like the bone in turkey breast I’ll roast for Thanksgiving… IF our oven works by then. It’s a little concerning that you’ve lost interest in cooking for the moment, have you fully recovered from the UTI? Edie’s determination is truly inspiring. And Johnny’s determination to be there for the grands is so heart warming, glad DDIL acknowledges it, even without knowing the “rest of the story.”
Machka “sunflower card” how compassionate for those with hidden disabilities and their families. Thanks for the cautionary “turkey in the BBQ” tale. :noway:
Lisa aaugh! Hope you can find capsaicin in a “fingers free” stick or roll-on applicator, to get the medicine onto your hands where they hurt but not onto the fingertips where they would inflame other body parts… Was going to share my hot hemp rub stick but alas, it contains no capsaicin. Wow, that explains a lot ;{ What a goober I am.
Rita “National Spicy Hermit Cookie Day Nov 15” Boy, I miss my oven!!!
Michele, I was lucky this year, the lab did have the order for my bloodwork. In years past I’ve gotten there, fasting and cranky, to be told it wasn’t there. “Oops!” indeed.
Pip were those sea otters, or seals?
Tracey “…DH goes along too, and pretends to be Grinch-y but asked me the other day what I thought about some lights he saw…” Men! The first year we were together, Joe said he didn’t want a big Thanksgiving dinner… then the day before, he said, in a mournful tone, “What? No turkey?” The smallest, turkey at the store near work was a 20+ pounder, frozen. Had to schlep it back to the apartment and thaw it in the bathtub. Since then, I just plan and prepare what I want and he can choose to enjoy it or not… ;}
Kylia “Grateful to have my village even if it is online.” Amen, sister, amen!
Lanette my plaid, flannel, zip up hoodie’s come from LLBean. Many color options. https://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/119322?page=scotch-plaid-shirt-relaxed-zip-hoodie&bc=&feat=hoodie-SR0&csp=a&attrValue_0=Bean of Freeport Cream&searchTerm=hoodie&gnrefine=1*CATEGORY*Women's&pos=3 . “… look forward to washing dishes…” :laugh: me too. First thing I do when I get to the casserole-a-thon is plunge my poor cold hands into the sink full of hot suds.
Oven repair guy is scheduled to be here around noon. I’ll be in town for a massage so Joe will cope. Fingers X’d the part that arrived is the right one and undamaged from being sent in a UPS box with absolutely no padding or packing materials.11/15: Move: sets 2 PT w/dx2, Cape Sebastian stroll with Joe and the dogs, line dance class. Steps:8749
Fuel: sugar in vs mfp=8 CI<CO net=717 vits=1
Live: Joe, readings, BP, AF, ptT, ptS, dogs to GB for nail trims, library, Post Office, Bi-Mart, Freddie’s, recycling. Wt: 132.5
Later, lighter, lovelies!
Barbara, the Southern Oregon Coastie AHMOD
November: Move more: chair yoga, line dance, dailyish PT, play with dogs.
Fuel better: less sugar, CI<CO, dailyish vitamins.
Live NOW: dailyish time with Joe, readings, start meditating. Open heart and mind before mouth.
2023: Be of good cheer.
2 -
How many of us have a teddy bear of some kind at home? We’ll have a party with the bear and read it a story while going for fast food today. Lots more in spoiler. And Today Is
There is one I want to comment on, but there isn’t a nice way to put it without sounding nasty….. 🤪 Guess! LOL
RVRita5 -
Lanette ~ I am glad to hear that you have friends near that are inviting you for Thanksgiving! I don't remember you mentioning family, so out of curiosity, do you have any that you stay in touch with? We are going to DNL's mom's for TD. I hope it all works out since everyone seems so busy! I am bringing an asparagus casserole, mashed potatoes, and cranberry jello salad. MNL sets the table beautifully with china, napkins, and crystal. One year I volunteered to bring paper goods but that didn't happen.
Lisa ~ Hope Corey will hire the roofer and not have to do it himself.
Heather ~ John is a jewel!
Went for a nuclear stress test this morning and so glad that is over. Came home and ate two helpings of my chicken pot pie and banana pudding. Haven't weighed in a week so guess I need to get back on the wagon.
Carol in GA
4 -
Snowflake1968 wrote: »Rebecca - I like the idea of the letters from each year. I’ve never done that, there are lots I wish I had done for documenting when my girls were younger.
Allie - We played Christmas music last night for a bit while we crafted.
Barbie - I like how you have streamlined your life to make less decisions.
Lisa - I guess we also have different meals some nights.
What a beautiful sunset!
I am beat! I managed to get most of my outside decorations up Sunday.
I need to do a couple other spots but haven’t figured out what I want to do yet.
It’s supposed to be nice all week so I’ll get there.
Pip - Pretty view.
Michele - if I waited for someone to send me a card I would never send one. I do it for my pleasure.
It was 9C yesterday so not t-shirt weather but no jacket and gloves required.
Sorry your friend has to have radiation. Can you just take the casserole and not go in the house?
Vicki - I love Christmas too, I love the decorations and the lights and the family and social time of it all.
DH goes along too, and pretends to be Grinch-y but asked me the other day what I thought about some lights he saw.
Allie - it’s great that you are in a position to help Tracy. I bet she appreciates it.
Machka - you’ll need a vacation from your first days back.
Debbie - Kylia is right, you do sound better after a visit with your Mom.
Kylia - I hope the misunderstanding with your granddaughter is cleared up.
Annie - I call sweaters anything “knit”, I like dressy sweaters in the Winter for work. At home I prefer hoodies or casual long sleeved shirts. For sweaters for warmth, I prefer hoodies that zip up. I don’t care for heavy type hoodies that go over your head.
Barbie - I love that sweater!
Kim - I do a lot of layering too. When I’m “cutting” on the Cricut I do dishes, laundry, work on something else, or like tonight catch up with all of you.
My daughter makes 3 lasagnas at a time always, it’s very convenient. I did it the last time I made it. I don’t have a deep freezer so have to be careful with my freezer space.
Barbara - what a precious memory of the deer on Christmas Eve.
We used to go looking at Christmas lights on Christmas Eve too. It’s one of my fondest memories, except for one year. My Dad had plopped me up on my grandparents neighbour’s stairs while he pulled out from the snowbank so I could get in the car. I decided to run my tongue over the metal handrail. Instead of going to get a warm cloth or water or anything, my Dad just yanked me off! I swear part of my tongue stayed behind. My grandfather, to make me feel better and stop crying, gave me Coke. 🙄😂
Heather - I can’t say enough that I just love watching the joy you receive from your grandchildren and Johnny.
I don’t like anything tight around my neck. I used to really like turtlenecks too. I don’t know when it changed.
I have had a busy few days. I went to help Kaitlyn decorate on Monday, came home Tuesday.
School was cancelled the last two days because the instructor is sick. I think this was the 3rd day this session alone.
Quite frustrating really.
I went to sleep early (for me) last night at 845pm, I must have really been tired because I slept right through until 8 this morning.
Tracey in Edmonton
Preparing for the first show of the season on Saturday
No worries! Never look back with regret, that is just planting a seed for feelings of guilt. You did you, and it worked for you. Never play the would've, could've, should've game. Its a lousy game, no fun AT all.💖. Hugs
Rebecca
Whidbey
Wa4 -
Thanksgiving for DH and I will NOT be at the galley on base like last year. Last year they didn't even serve turkey (there was a huge turkey picture on the website invite). They served a steamboat round hunk of meat, or Cornish game hens. Both not really what I wanted. No mashed potatoes and gravy, some sort of scalloped potato deal. No beans and bacon but corn on the cob. No dressing or rolls or pie. They had cookies out. It was only $5 per person, but still.
So this year I bought Hormels turkey slices in gravy, you just microwave, for husband and I have a sliced piece of turkey from the deli. Then just boxes of potatoes, dressing, cans of beans, yams and cranberry jelly. Making rolls but they're just Bisquick ones. Easy peasy. For dessert I am making mouse' with two ingredients. Sugar free Lilly's chocolate, and heavy whipping cream.
Rebecca
Whidbey
Wa7 -
Saw this on another site and thought it really hit home with me.
"Today I asked my body what she needed.
Which is a big deal.
Considering my journey of
Not REally Asking That Much.
I thought she might need more water.
or protein,
or greens,
or yoga,
or supplements,
or movement.
But as I stood in the shower
Reflecting on her stretch marks,
Her roundness where I would like flatness,
Her softness where I would like firmness,
All those conditioned wishes
That form a bundle of
Never-Quite-Right-Ness,
She whispered very gently:
Could you just love me like this?
Really made me think. No matter where we are in our weight journey, we need to love ourselves.
Oooh, so sweet. We are sometimes too harsh with what we demand from our innocent, and caring body's. The poem made me just want to take my arms and give my self a big hug. Which I did.💖
Rebecca
Whidbey
Wa3 -
had a fun class last night and after class 10 of us went out to the Mexican restaurant- it was nice to visit. During class we can't and everyone leaves as soon as class is over. I got to chat with a new girl. I didn't even know her name before last night(she comes in a bit late and leaves as soon as the class is over)
Ended the night with 15,000 steps(walked MIL's dog yesterday morning-makes up part of no exercise on Tues.)
I will walk the wetlands today. I miss not walking there as often as I did. Will take my rain coat as they say showers about the time I start walking. Tomorrow is supposed to be a bigger storm so will wait and see if I walk in the rain or not. I have the gear so will most likely at least walk part of it. Maybe just down to the river and back.
No plans for Thanksgiving. I am waiting to hear if my son will be home or if he is going to his girlfriends house. If he isn't home, I won't be cooking a big meal, not for just dh and I. We will pick up a turkey that is on sale cheap, will have some for us but mainly for the cats I am guessing. He wants a ham but doesn't have to be on Thursday. He has never been really into any holiday(Mr. Grinch) and with him going to his mom twice every day, meals are planned around that. Either eat early or eat late, not at the actual meal time I would prefer.
Last year we went to a friends house. That was really nice.We shared the cooking. It was two days after I tripped and fell and smashed my face- was so thankful our meal was soft- salmon, mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, steamed broccoli,etc.
I have talked to her and no mention of Thanksgiving. I will be house and pet sitting for them for a week next month when they go to Vegas for their daughter's college graduation. Need to get a gift card or just a card with cash for Sarah- I have known her all her life. Met the family when she was pregnant with her son-he came to daycare at one year old and became my son's best friend. 26yrs ago
stuffed baked potato for me tonight- not sure what I will make for the guys- son had his potato while I was at class last night. He may want chili dogs- always food here just not always what they would want.
Have a great Thursday
Debbie
Napa Valley,CA4 -
Lisa - I am just coming out of a long slump. That's OK. The food I cook is always fabulous, I just don't want to put myself out.
Today was the first day I have felt 'optimistic' in a long time. A lightening.
I have been waiting for myself to revive. It's coming. I always learn a lot from these times.
Love Heather UK xxxxxx8 -
Tracey--My DH is the same, he is getting into the spirit of Christmas last couple years.
Heather--DH should get grandpa of the year! What a special thing for Edie.
Busy day at work, big accident this morning with one death. Young kids, drinking and driving.
Blessings, Vicki GRAND ISLAND, NE 6 -
Afternoon ladies
Not much happening, I haven't felt well all day.. and took a snooze.
So the farthest away I'll go is to get the mail and back ,which is down the hall.4 -
4724720
-
Allie hope you feel better soon!
I bought myself a new pair of black suede ankle boots by Clark through Amazon. They fit! Yay! I will wear them on Thanksgiving with my black and grey camo pants and a big fuzzy purple cowl neck sweater. Then I need earrings, but I have several choices.
My dad left his car running in the garage with the door open. He can't hear it running. His driving days are coming to an end soon.
Annie in Delaware6 -
Stat for the day-
Walk w/family- 2hrs 20min 7sec, 217elev, 2.55ap, 80ahr, 97mhr, 6.02mi= 580c
Strava app = 738c
Windy!
3 -
Sheesh I feel like ive been prepping for a colonoscopy lol
But in other news
Cuteness overload alert
Just a little something to make your day.. he always makes mine ❤️5 -
Allie - He makes everyone's day! What a sweet set of pics.
Heather - Ah, that makes sense. I'm glad the lightening is beginning.
Screwed up and forgot to send the roofer my address, and we were one of more than a hundred jobs last year, so he couldn't quite remember which one was us, bless him. He's coming out tomorrow instead. Went to pick up my fired pottery and glaze my last three pieces. These are the finished ones:
And these are the last three pieces before I put the glaze on. They will match the rest, as I really love that deep blue:
She hopes to get them in the kiln for the final glaze by Thanksgiving, so I ought to be able to pick them up the week after.
Hope it is/was a good day,
Love,
Lisa in AR11 -
Lisa those are beautiful pieces! I am also a fan of that deep blue.
Annie in Delaware4 -
Stunning Lisa- such talent you have...
Today a rest day..tomorrow morning.. taking Doris to eye dr and back home..never mind taking her anywhere.
We plan on going up to the Cape in early May of next year.. for her Birthday 🎂2 -
Anniesquats100 wrote: »Allie hope you feel better soon!
I bought myself a new pair of black suede ankle boots by Clark through Amazon. They fit! Yay! I will wear them on Thanksgiving with my black and grey camo pants and a big fuzzy purple cowl neck sweater. Then I need earrings, but I have several choices.
My dad left his car running in the garage with the door open. He can't hear it running. His driving days are coming to an end soon.
Annie in Delaware
So scary! Maybe the keys need to be “lost”. I would be petrified of him driving anywhere.
2 -
Lisa - I love your pottery.1
-
Lisa - wow, beautiful pottery! You sure were a quick learner.
I'm hoping the roofer gives an acceptable bid. Husbands need to stay off roofs. I still have my DH's clamshell brace from when HE fell off the roof and suffered a compression fracture and other injuries. 
Allie - those are great photos of Miles. Is Tracy the photographer? Whoever it is - very talented. Thanks for sharing, always fun to see what he's up to. Hope you feel better soon.
Vicki - heartbreaking to hear about the emergency at your hospital involving teens and alcohol. A good friend of mine lost her grandson last week in a traffic accident. He was the driver, missed the curve. Alcohol involved. He wasn't wearing a seatbelt and was half thrown from the car, died at the scene. Thankfully his 3 passengers only had minor injuries. He was a well-loved and popular young man. Our community is mourning.
Carol - I have an older sister and younger brother, both in Indiana. We are on good terms - usually send a "catch up" email every week or two. Hoping we can get a zoom connection one of these days. My brother messages me several times a week. Thanks for asking.
Debbie - hope you had a nice walk. I love hearing about what you see as you're walking. Sorry to hear about the feral kitty, you guys were so kind to care for it for such a long time.
Annie - great job buying boots that fit from Amazon. Clarks are a good brand. Your Thanksgiving outfit sounds very nice. Oh gosh, your dad leaving the car running & door open is scary. Sending you hugs, you have a lot going on with your folks. Hope Mom's transition home isn't too problematic. Has anyone been out to assess the house yet?
Lanette
SW WA State2
Categories
- All Categories
- 1.4M Health, Wellness and Goals
- 393.6K Introduce Yourself
- 43.8K Getting Started
- 260.3K Health and Weight Loss
- 176K Food and Nutrition
- 47.5K Recipes
- 232.6K Fitness and Exercise
- 431 Sleep, Mindfulness and Overall Wellness
- 6.5K Goal: Maintaining Weight
- 8.6K Goal: Gaining Weight and Body Building
- 153K Motivation and Support
- 8K Challenges
- 1.3K Debate Club
- 96.3K Chit-Chat
- 2.5K Fun and Games
- 3.8K MyFitnessPal Information
- 24 News and Announcements
- 1.1K Feature Suggestions and Ideas
- 2.6K MyFitnessPal Tech Support Questions