WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JANUARY 2024
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Stats for the day-
1st 2mi walk w/family, rest of the way me n yogi- 1hr 47min 32sec, 61elev, 3.35ap, 87ahr, 117mhr, 6.08mi= 586c
Strava app = 745c
Walk home to gym- 9.40min, 3.45ap, .55mi= 50c
Strava app= 68c
Treadmill jog- slow- 21.59min, 11min mi, 1mi@ 5.2sp, .5mi@ 5.6sp, .5mi@ 6.0sp, 130ahr, 156mhr, 2mi= 215c
Elliptical machine- 15min, 8incl, 8resist, 115ahr, 144mhr, 1.24mi= 137c
Walk gym to home- 10.34min, 3.33sp, .57mi= 51c
Strava app= 71c
Last two days went to gym alone, Kirby stayed home and spinned
Total cal 10395 -
@pipcd34
This made me laugh so hard!!!
Not a gosh darn thing lololol they just mark my spot - pipcd341 -
Got to water exercise again today after 2 weeks of not going for various reasons like dryer deliveries, septic problems and weather. It was lovely to be back in the water. After that I went to the podiatrist as my ankle has been painful. Found out I have tendonitis. He prescribed anti-inflammatories, ice, rest and new inserts for shoes. I go back in 1 month.
We actually had a very nice day today. Sorry for all of you battling bad weather. Please be safe.
Rita - no fresh rhubarb here but my bluebells have started coming up.
Everyone take care, Sue in WA4 -
anmlmzdiet wrote: »@pipcd34
This made me laugh so hard!!!
Not a gosh darn thing lololol they just mark my spot - pipcd34
I am here for your enjoyment!! Glad it made you laugh. Hope u didn’t pee yourself :0)
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I am OFFICIALLY a California resident again! Finally got my California license in the mail, kirby already had his. My Washington license didn’t expire until 2025 so I was lagging, then dealing with all my name changes (4 marriages) was a cluster f$&@:k
in itself. I hate pictures and this one is no different but at least it’s done!!!!6 -
Today is supposed to reach 29c and I can almost believe it. But it will likely only be for a few minutes at about 2:30 pm.
We've had several cold summer days in a row till today.
Still working from home. Still wrestling with my database and code.
Regarding walking and exercise in general ... I miss it!!! I haven't had the breathing ability to do anything for a month now. But I will pick up my new inhaler today and hopefully that will help.
Regarding weight ... I am the Queen of Maintenance. I get to a certain weight and stay there for months at a time. I just wish it were 4 kg lower (first goal).
Regarding goals ... I am goal motivated. I like having walking and cycling and running goals to work toward each month and year. I like having education goals, goals for the house and garden, etc. Goals motivate me and give me the feeling of achievement I need to keep going.
Oh and if my husband liked rhubarb, it would be growing here!
Machka in Oz
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Busy with babies.
Betsy in Wasilla,Alaska12 -
I just got an email from my friend in Switzerland who was to have the operation this Fri to remove the tumor. Well, it seems that the tumor has grown so much that they can’t do the surgery. It’s now on her spine, her abdomen, and the top of her leg. They’re going to go right to chemo and radiation.’
Lisa – let’s hope you get the parts for the furniture. Good for you taking that refund
I just heard that earlier in the week 49 of the states were under a weather advisory. Not surprising
Michelle NV – do you happen to know if cactus plants have deep roots? I have an area between the post for the deck and the sidewalk that’s a real PIA to cut the grass so I’m thinking of some sort of flower. The problem is that, literally, about 2 inches below the ground level is the footer for the post. So I’m thinking a flowering cactus might go well there since they can withstand the heat that comes off the post and also the cold that we sometimes get. I’m just wondering if the cactus needs a lot of room for roots
I don’t remember who mentioned high protein keeps them from snacking on “yuk” things (like cookies), but they are so right. I’ve been trying to up my protein and I’m finding that I’m only wanting something healthy. Cookies just don’t appeal to me.
Heather Canada – welcome
Annie = I’m really impressed how you always go back to exercise. Sometimes it’s just so hard (sometimes???? More like always) after you haven’t done it in a while, but you do it.
Rebecca – how wonderful about your youngest!
No work tomorrow so I get to go to the gym!!! Yippee. I’m planning to do a 20=40-60 workout on the treadmill.
Heather UK – Bea is really something! You must be so very proud
Has anyone ever had seitan? How do you use it. No links please, just personal uses. Whenever I put the shirataki noodles in my soup I think of Heather.
Barbie – did you have any problem with your EV in the bitter cold? I was just reading an article that said that people with an EV had to wait until the battery warmed up before it could be charged and then it didn’t hold as much of a charge plus it ran down faster. When I’m walking, many times that’s when I catch up on my phone calls.
Sue WA – I get to go to the water aerobics tomorrow! I’m stoked. Hope all is well with your ankle the next time you go to the podiatrist
Just got back from ceramics and got everything ready for exercise tomorrow.
Michele NC5 -
Betsy I miss babies....
Between grey bear telling me to get off my $$$ and Pip whispering in my ear, I hit 10k steps! Watching Barrett-Jackson with DH, so walked while watching, then fast walked around house during commercials. Need to order new fitbit. Mine only holding charge about 36 hours. So if I can finish up my water..ugh...I will hit all my targets for first time since in almost a week.
I finished reading The Seventh Girl by Andy Maddon in about 10 days. I read Last Night by Luanne Rice in 5 days. I have been trying to read The Bad Weather Friend by Dean Koontz for the past week. I am on page 25....struggling to get into it. May be time to switch books.
Well, about time to head to bed.
Love to all!
Kylia in foggy Ohio
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MIchele, Our Tesla allows us to get the car conditioned ahead of time so we tell it via the app to be ready to go at a certain time and not only is the battery heated and ready to go but the interior is at the temperature we choose. Yes, an EV doesn't have the range in the cold weather that it does in warmer weather, but we didn't buy it for long distance driving and we are very intentional about when we drive. We have a charger in our garage so we can keep the battery charged to 75% for normal use and higher in anticipation of a longer drive.
Regarding goals ... I am goal motivated. I like having walking and cycling and running goals to work toward each month and year. I like having education goals, goals for the house and garden, etc. Goals motivate me and give me the feeling of achievement I need to keep going.
Machka in Oz
Goals like that make sense to me. My goal is to walk at least 10,000 steps a day and average 13,000 plus each month. I have goals for the chores I do and other exercises. I see these more as resolutions---things I'm going to do, rather than goals that imply a finish line.
Barbie in NW WA
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Thought I was doing well enough that I could skip the morning breathing treatment but I was wrong- have been feeling wheezy off and on all day- will do the evening one soon and be back on two, possible three nebulizer treatments again each day for a while. I will be sure to take the machine up to mom's Friday night. This is week 4 of this- usual winter episode lasts 5 weeks.
Zumba tomorrow night- had class last night and even though I did the treatment an hour before class, I needed my inhaler about half way or so through class and barely made it through. Will take it a bit easier tomorrow. There were just so many good songs.
Debbie
Napa Valley,CA4 -
Debbie ... I, too, learned the hard way about not microwaving hard boiled eggs! Sorry you got a steam burn ...
Rebecca ... your eldest in that Renaissance photo looks like you!
Vicki ... I hope your co-worker will be alright. Like Ginny, I was wondering how she didn't realize she was missing a shoe. But then I remembered my husband can't feel his feet with his neuropathy ...
Barbara ... good luck with your MOHs surgery!
Squats ... I used to love doing them ... my knees now protest ...
Annie ... it sounds to me like dementia is the cause of your father's behavior. I'm watching my mom say and do things that don't make sense. Also, infection can worsen the effects of dementia. After a particularly difficult few days with my mom, we now know she has a UTI and she will be starting antibiotics. I expect she'll settle back into her more "normal" self in a few days. Hugs.
Had my 6 month visit with my primary care doctor. Blood work all good. Glucose floats around on the higher end of normal but A1C is good. Weight was the same as in July and I'm not happy with that. Of course, I've been eating a ton of cheese and crackers! At least it wasn't a gain ... I attribute that to time-restricted eating ... it could be so much worse if I ate all day.
It is snowing near Buffalo but expected to turn into rain. I'm hoping the snow pack doesn't cause issues with the rain ...
Beth
All my sons look very similar. I couldn't deny them if I tried.💖🤗
As they've gotten older they are looking more and more like Lee though.💖👍🏼
Rebecca
Whidbey
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Machka, sounds very comfortable!💖0
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Lisa - I don’t like showers I take baths in the evening, so I really never have spent time drying my hair. I think this became a habit because I hate getting up. I want to get up, use the bathroom, brush my teeth, get dressed and leave. If I sit or think about being up I just want to go back to bed. By the time I get to the car and get to where I’m going I’m usually awake and ready to start the day. I’ve found it hard with my commute being in the next room.
Allie - do your neighbour’s ever complain about Alfie’s barking? I’m just curious. We have a neighbour whose dog barks every time we step on our deck if he’s out. Thankfully, his owners bring him in if he goes too long.
I wish you luck getting sleep. Maybe Siri will be a good thing after a bit to help him.
Barbara - my practicum is 240 hours, 120 with daycare/elementary kids and 120 with junior/high school. It starts in April and ends in June. A lot of times a practicum turns into a job opportunity so I’m hoping that’s the case. I don’t know much more than that right now. I’m excited because I am a very hands on learner and I expect that everything I’ve learned will come together more on my head then.
Good job on the cleaning. Good luck with the surgery.
Pip - I was sorting scrapbook paper today and found paper I had bought to make a card for Kirby a couple years ago! I’m going to try to get it made this weekend.
The drywall guy is booked for Saturday! I am so excited. I also think Kaitlyn is going to come spend the day with me on Saturday and go through pictures with me. I have 4 albums that will hold 300 pictures each. I’ll see how far I get with this. There was one more I was debating on and I think I’ll go get that one tomorrow.
Lanette - hope the skin flaking is nothing.
I truly believe that walking helps so much. I never felt better than when I was walking regularly.
Machka - it always catches me off guard when you are talking summer when we’re in the opposite.
Annie - I don’t know about your state, but here it is important to make sure names on utilities are proper.
My grandmother never changed the hydro out of my grandfather’s name. She just kept paying the bill for a decade after he passed. She moved out in 2007 and was able to have it disconnected, but 3 years later when my brother went to tear the house down the power company refused to come unhook the main lines from the house. My brother told them that one way or the other the house was coming down and they finally agreed to come do it. He had to fight for a few months to get it done because his name wasn’t on the account that no longer really existed.
Heather - I would take that as an apology.
There are only some registered places here that can take passport photos I believe.
I hope you get an appointment soon.
How old is Edie again? She sure is a wonderful girl. With a heart of gold and spine of steel.
Rebecca - I had never owned a shawl until a couple of years ago. Now I have three! I used them regularly at the office, now I use them when my shoulders get cold during class.
Lisa - I really hope tomorrow is a better day.
When I was walking I walked a lot in the house while watching tv. I want my foot to heal so I can get back to my walking.
I went to see a reflexologist today, I’m trying anything and she was recommended by the massage therapist last week. I mentioned to her that I feel I have been in pain for years. It started in my neck and shoulders, then moved to my back and hop, the I jokingly said maybe my feet will be the last of it. She agreed with me and said that it is common to either start at the bottom and go up or at the top and go down.
Pip - Yay on the license!
Betsy - what a sweet couple of babies.
We are keeping my friend’s dog again this week. She said he was very nervous and whiny about going in the truck with her especially when she put his bed in too, but as soon as he saw our house he calmed right down and was anxious to come see us.
The sitter he had after he was here last time seemed to have allowed the other dogs to eat his food. Here he is the king of the castle.
This will probably be close to the last time he’s here since she is just finishing purchasing her camper to live in full time. She has never towed before so Rodger is going to pick it up for her. Then she has a lesson booked to teach her how to tow. She is braver than I. I would not want to live in a camper by myself. Jeb (the dog) is three legged, I think he would try to protect her, but I don’t know how much he could do.
I finished one assignment today, have to finish another one tomorrow.
Last night was another night with little sleep. It’s so frustrating.
Raquel got everything sorted with the GoFundMe. The total as of tonight is $9213.
Well I guess I should let my phone charge so I can go to bed shortly. I don’t like it not being charged when I’m here alone. I even take it to the bathroom with me, just in case I fall or something.
Tracey in Edmonton
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This is sweet Jeb.
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MIchele, Our Tesla allows us to get the car conditioned ahead of time so we tell it via the app to be ready to go at a certain time and not only is the battery heated and ready to go but the interior is at the temperature we choose. Yes, an EV doesn't have the range in the cold weather that it does in warmer weather, but we didn't buy it for long distance driving and we are very intentional about when we drive. We have a charger in our garage so we can keep the battery charged to 75% for normal use and higher in anticipation of a longer drive.
Regarding goals ... I am goal motivated. I like having walking and cycling and running goals to work toward each month and year. I like having education goals, goals for the house and garden, etc. Goals motivate me and give me the feeling of achievement I need to keep going.
Machka in Oz
Goals like that make sense to me. My goal is to walk at least 10,000 steps a day and average 13,000 plus each month. I have goals for the chores I do and other exercises. I see these more as resolutions---things I'm going to do, rather than goals that imply a finish line.
Barbie in NW WA
To me, a resolution is something I resolve to do like "I will walk lots this month or this year" or maybe "I will walk more this year than last" (although the second one is edging into goal territory)
A goal does have a specific finish line. "I will walk 50 km or more in February." And when I reach 50 km, I have crossed the finish line! Does that mean if I reach 50 km on Feb 23, I am going to stop walking? No, of course not. I will have accomplished my goal for the month and then some.
My fitness goals are usually a little bit on the aggressive side ... I will have make an effort but they are also attainable.
If I were to say, I will walk at least 1.6 km every day, that would get me to my 50 km (in a 30-day month) but it wouldn't be attainable because I don't walk every day. Some days I rest or cycle instead. Whereas 50 km/month is attainable because I can make the necessary adjustments to make it happen.
A household resolution might be, "I resolve to keep the pantry neat" ... there's no finish line, that's an ongoing thing.
A household goal was to rearrange and organise the pantry so that I know what is in there and so that it is easier to access. I did that earlier in January. I crossed the finish line. I will probably have to do it again at some point but given that the last time I did it was about 5 years ago, I don't think the pantry will become a goal again for a while.
I am moving on to the next household goal.
M in Oz2 -
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M Agree liver and kidney are the detox system in the body. You can support them with plenty of water and a healthy diet. Reducing yourself to toxins like some cleaning supplies, carpet fumes, paint fume etc. Eating bitter foods helps with bile production too. I also like to take milk thistle to support my liver. As with anything add new things slowly to your diet to make sure you have a positive reaction.3
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Tracey - Edie is ten years old. Some of you may remember the last challenge she dreamt up for herself a few years ago of swimming 1 mile. Quite a lot for a young child. It was for Alzheimers and a few of this thread contributed. Edie was delighted and thankful.
She is the kind of child who gives out a light. Super sensitive, kind, but also determined as hell. She is applying at the moment to go to the same school as her brother, who has an academic scholarship. Edie is a bit dyslexic, just on the spelling side, which frustrates her no end, so she is applying for the 'All rounder' scholarship, which includes sport, music and art. There is also a drama element, which she hates, but the rest are good to go! Personally, John and I do not agree with private education, but we say nothing, and I think any school would be mad not to have her. She has a tutor to get her academic subjects up to scratch for the entrance exams. The scholarship is worth 40%.
Nearly at the point of publishing my book. Final check, then polishing the blurb. I have a photo for the cover. It certainly feels weird to be at the end point after all this time. Then comes publicity, which I find difficult, but has to be done if I want to reach people. The book sums up all the learnings I have made in my personal growth over my life. My hope is, it will inspire others, and provide some pointers for the way forward. For me, the major growth point was writing and publishing my memoirs, but it's different for everyone. My aim, always, is Peace. That is my word for this year.
I will share the blurb with you when I've refined it.
Love to all, Heather UK xxxxxxxx4
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