WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR DECEMBER 2023

Heather - 715 and painting! That’s great! I love your painting.
I looked up Santon’s you really should dig them out. I so enjoy my village.

Lanette - if there is flooding would you be directly affected?

Annie - doesn’t the doctor need to decide on the meds? It’s good your Dad seems to be on the same page.

I have been known use things past the best before date depending on the item. According to the Canadian Food and Drug agency the Best before date doesn’t mean it’s not safe just may be changed texture or something. Expiration dates mean that they could be harmful if eaten. I always go by smell. I honestly don’t remember so many things having dates when I was younger. Or maybe we used the food faster. My Mom never had extras really.

Barbara - I don’t dust my village pieces except when they are set up. I don’t dust weekly like I should. The Christmas decorations aren’t up long enough to really need dusted before they are put away again for another year.

Machka - a successful event takes a lot of the organizer. It sounds like you had a successful event so deserve a rest today.

Lisa - if Kaitlyn and Michaela weren’t keen on helping, I would probably still do it, it would just take me a week instead of a day.
This usually becomes more of a two-three day event. This year though, I knew we had limited time so I did some prep work before they arrived.
They decorated my tree and had forgotten to put garland or ribbon on, since they were already started when it was noticed I told them not to worry. I only have the ornaments and lights on the tree this year and love it!
I may move the tree a little bit though, it is interrupting my tv viewing.

Johal - I use my iPhone. I run a note and make my comments on that, then I copy and paste it into the group.

Tina - there are times when I wish I was a more adventurous eater. I can’t do it though. Your days sound fun.

Rebecca - a few years ago I took all of my pictures out of albums and put them in photo boxes by year. I noticed they are all messed up now and need another sorting. I also, a few years ago put some of my Christmas photos in my frames around the house. Now I can’t find the pictures! Kaitlyn bought ornament frames for me in 2020 and I love them.

Kelly - I give to my nieces and nephews as I see something I think they would truly appreciate. If they have a sibling I get for all in that family though. I don’t want hurt feelings.
I get so frustrated that often I don’t receive even acknowledgment that they received something never mind a thank you.
I am not looking for accolades, just would like to see some manners.
Also, only one “aunt” (she’s my BFF) has sent my girls a present in the 26 years we’ve lived here. I feel I’ve done more than my share. Petty I know, but truthful.
What a wonderful feeling. I would feel like a Disney Princess too!
I’ve been dealing with plantar fasciitis for a few weeks now. I can’t afford therapy or orthotics, and can’t seem to give it enough rest. It’s so painful. I hope yours was quickly controlled.

Lisa - they sure are enjoying that.
So cute.

Rebecca - we have quite a few gnomes too. They are quite popular and cute.

Barbie - Annie is such a pretty dog.

Pip - I love the Santa at the camper!

Michele - I told her the town I am from had 7 churches within about a mile. Of course, she hasn’t got a perspective on how close that is, but I’ll explain it the next time I’m driving with her.
Glad you weren’t injured in your fall.

I had a fairly relaxed day today. I made some coasters and a did a painting for me. I don’t do much for myself so this was a bit strange.
The painting is 18x24, the biggest I have ever done. I followed a tutorial on YouTube that my brother’s wife shared last night.





It is snowing! I don’t think it will stay since it’s supposed to be above 0 the next few days again.

Off to bed, I’m tired.
Tracey in Edmonton

Phew- did I miss alot
For those that have plantar facitis(sp) i had it real bad..had to get cortisone shots in the heel not fun.. but anyway take a 3/4 bottle of water and freeze it.. and in the morning while having your coffee or tea roll it on the effected foot or feet..really helps alot
I also had a sling that I wore at night that helped keep my foot pulled up tight.
Dan and I moved my sand table out of the hallway as they are replacing carpet this week .
Put it in the living room for now.
Did 2 loads of laundry yesterday ,and made the bed.
And something is wacky with Youtube..hmmm

Tracey - I bought my tiny santons from Santon Fouque, in Marseille, by post a long time ago. My favourites are the priest and the mayor, who are sworn enemies in French tradition! I always place them back to back. I also have a garlic seller, a lavender seller and a couple of others. I think I may get them out this year.
Not feeling enthusiastic about going out in the rain to the music venue. Miserable out there. I might let John go on his own for a trial.

Love to all, Heather UK xxxxxxxx

I probably will not take the test which more likely fits my personality. If I have spare time I like to listen to lectures from doctors and vets who are trying to think outside the box. The current one I listened to was on the gut biome. Interesting how the environment (physical, emotional, diet) can affect the gut and in turn affect our health and moods. My major take away at this point is less sugar, grains especially wheat in my diet. Upping foods like turmeric, cinnamon, oregano, ginger, garlic...fermented foods love Kombucha in a glass bottle. Using essential oils responsibly like clove, peppermint. Veggies and fruits hopefully more organic so less herbicides and pesticides. Avoiding plastics where I can. Putting food into glass a.s.p. One lecturer talked about how they found astronauts in space got loopy because of the confined space full of phthalates from all the plastic in the spacecraft. Plants in your home help remove phthalates from the air. I have that covered. I bring in many of my plants from the summer. The way to good health starts with a healthy gut. Fits well with the other book I am reading from Clutter to clarity.

Margaret

Hello from my crisp, sunny fall afternoon in the Arkansas River Valley...

Made that morning fire for Egg, but the rest of the day has not been nearly as relaxed. it's been one of those days where Corey and I have been discussing and finally decided on a heat source for the summer room. As usual, three phone calls and six texts back and forth.
Home renovation stuff: Also stayed on the phone while I was driving into town with my sister, and then we talked again after I got back. She was at the dentist when I first called her, to discuss having all her teeth removed. An accident where she fell off a ladder did terrible things to her teeth, and she's had issues ever since. It's the reason she's on social security disability, as well. Unfortunately, SS doesn't cover this, however. She's going to get a complete set of dentures, and that process will begin next week.

I was worried, as I know how tight her finances are, but apparently our brother just older than me has already paid for all of it. It was wonderfully kind of him, and I don't think she expected it any more than I did. She talks to him, I talk to her, and she keeps us posted on how each of us is doing, usually. I'm glad he is close enough to her that he could step up for her--he's had dentures since his mid-30s, because he had terribly soft enamel and teeth that rotted and broke without warning, so he knew what she was going through.

So, good news all around, but a LOT of talking... much more than usual. Oh, and I talked to my daughter before I left for about 45 minutes, as well, while she was on the way to work. Did I mention she finally found her bio-father? Plus two half-sisters, apparently. Story for another day.

I'm going to hide my phone tomorrow...

Welcome to all who are new. Please just drop into any conversation, or ask a question, as a few of you have, or just let us know how you are, how you came to be here, and a little bit about you. Enquiring minds want to know!

Later,
Love y'all!
Lisa in AR