WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR FEBRUARY 2024
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Just chilling tonight.
🤗🤗🤗 and 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 for those who need them.
🙋♀️ Miele failte to the newbies.
☘️ Terri4 -
Prayers and Best Wishes to All Who Need Them!
Carol in GA6 -
Ladies - Sorry, I'm slow in reading and responding, I am skimming through lots of great posts from you all today. Hope to catch up later today and/or tomorrow!
This is a reminder about the weekly check-in, please get info to me today or tomorrow morning.
Hope everyone is having a good morning/afternoon/evening. Sending hugs and good thoughts.
Lanette
SW WA State3 -
SophieRosieMom wrote: »Ladies-
Is there a way to search for posts from one of us rather than have to scroll back pages and scan through everyone's?
For example, if I want to see just Debbie's or Lisa's posts for the past 2 weeks, is that possible? I thought there was but can't figure it out.
Thanks
Lanette
Try the Search feature or Google ... all our posts come up in Google.
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Type something in the search box ... doesn't matter what.
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M in Oz3 -
On Weights ... I have a basket of fairly light weights beside my chair. That way, I can just reach down, grab one and do a few reps now and then.
I have been doing more since we started fencing because holding the sword out in front of me gets tiring.
M in Oz4 -
April, so sorry to read about your son. Continued best wishes and prayers for his recovery. Good that he is being moved to be closer to you.
Kelly, enjoyed the spaceship and little girl story. That must have been so heartwarming to see her reaction to your spaceship!
Lanette, yes we have a root cellar and have no problem keeping potatoes stored from fall to early June of the following year. The problem is the work entailed in growing such a large garden and potatoes are a big part of it. Will scale back and just grow the vegetables that we really like.
Tracey, you had asked awhile back if I had family in Newfoundland....no I don't. The two provinces in Canada that I haven't visited are Newfoundland and Quebec. Hopefully Quebec will be next year. I have however put my much needed bathroom reno on the back burner to travel. May need to do the reno next year and stay home unless DH has a very good crop and decides to chip in....time will tell.
Heather, hope you are able to find some solution to your leg problems and not have to postpone your cruise. I love travelling and enjoyed ocean and river cruises in the past.
Snowing lightly here now. Edmonton has a snowfall warning in effect with up to 20 cm (close to 8 inches). We seem to be on the edge of it so not sure how much we will get. Moisture will be welcomed.
Joy5 -
Did a pilates core DVD today. You know, ever since I’ve been able to do yoga and pilates down here, I’ve noticed how very inflexibe I’ve gotten and how now I’m A LITTLE bit more open. The plan for tomorrow is to do a Tracy Long DVD
Ann – wish you could send those books to KJ
Michelle NV – being excited about a cruise, even if it is a year out, is NOT silly at all. I’d love to take a cruise to anywhere
Annie – that was so nice of you to help your uncle! Guess you had to leave your dad at home?
April – I’m in the process of crocheting a christmas tree skirt for Jess. I thought for sure I’d made her one, but I guess not
A lady here asked me to come to her condo to play cards (which means hand and foot). She’s such a sweet lady, I’ll go. Looks like I’ll miss my walk tonight. Maybe I can go after “cards”, I don’t know.
Debbie – I can go in the pool since it’s heated.
Heather – If you have to skip a cruise to take care of yourself, it’s worth it. You are more important than a cruise. There will always be more cruises, but you won’t be able to go on them if you aren’t healthy. So missing one cruise is worth it
Off to dinner and then cards.
Michele who won’t be in FL long enough5 -
Michele yes I left my dad alone. I'm still okay with that. For awhile yet.
I had a deep nap and now I can't wake up!
Annie in Delaware4 -
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My father loved to travel, first in the Coast Guard, then on family road trips, and later on cruises and adventures with my mother. One day he just decided that he'd had enough. That surprised me. Jake's mother loved to travel after she was widowed in her 40's and I remember when she announced in her 80's that she'd had enough and would be staying home. Now I'm at that point. I traveled for decades beginning as a child in the back seat and later on cruises and my own road trips, but when I decided I'd had enough, it was very simple. Maybe if something "beamed me up" and I could land in a fully furnished house in Shetland, I might enjoy it, but the idea of packing and planning followed by hours or days of uncertain rest room stops is not appealing. I am delighted to remain in my current home and walk in my neighborhood.
I was in college in a small town in Minnesota in the early 80's. I lived on campus in dorms with dress code (dresses required for dinner and to go to town) and curfew. Things have changed a lot since then. When I bought my first house it had been only recently decided that lenders couldn't ask women if they planned to get pregnant soon as a basis for approving or denying a loan.
Barbie in NW WA5 -
On travel: My reluctance isn't just my health, I must admit. I've done so much of it in my life... Before I was six, we migrated back and forth between Texas and Montana for my father's work. I left home at barely 17, traveled with a carnival all over the desert southwest and then enlisted in the Air Force at 19. Married into the military at 20, then lived four or five more places after he retired. When I left him, I was working as a flight attendant based out of St. Louis, flying all over the Midwest, and the East Coast as far north as Maine, and as far south as South Carolina, west as far as Denver. Corey and I met and married in West Texas. As an adult, I've lived in the United Kingdom twice, and Texas four times, New Mexico, Montana, Nevada, Colorado twice, Oregon, Illinois, North Carolina and now Arkansas. Most of my jobs besides the flight attendant one required extensive travel as well.
I may have traveled enough.
Up much later than usual, dinner did not sit well at all, but my night-time meds are staying down, so hopefully I can go lay down soon. A cup of tea can be a lifesaver on occasion. 🐈⬛Egg just walked over the remote and turned off the Great British Baking Show that I was watching for the second time. Think she's trying to tell me something? 👀😹
Later, y'all,
Lisa in AR3 -
I’ve read through, but didn’t take any notes.
I came home early because it started snowing in Barrhead around 10am. It was only wet on the way, the snow wasn’t sticking. It has since certainly started sticking. The wind is blowing it around now.
I read the sex ed article to the girls last night. Their faces and indignation on behalf of all the women that came before them was quite funny to witness.
I left before we even started the eggs. I did have fun with Raquel’s kids before the girls got up this morning and like any good Grammie went and bought a sweet treat for breakfast.
Kaitlyn sent me this photo and text this evening.
“After I took the pictures with her and Raquel she asked to see them. I showed her the one of them smiling and Aspen went “awwwe” squinted her little eyes and started tearing up it was soo sweeet ❤️”
I am so blessed to be a part of these little moments.
Tracey in Edmonton
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My father loved to travel, first in the Coast Guard, then on family road trips, and later on cruises and adventures with my mother. One day he just decided that he'd had enough. That surprised me. Jake's mother loved to travel after she was widowed in her 40's and I remember when she announced in her 80's that she'd had enough and would be staying home. Now I'm at that point. I traveled for decades beginning as a child in the back seat and later on cruises and my own road trips, but when I decided I'd had enough, it was very simple. Maybe if something "beamed me up" and I could land in a fully furnished house in Shetland, I might enjoy it, but the idea of packing and planning followed by hours or days of uncertain rest room stops is not appealing. I am delighted to remain in my current home and walk in my neighborhood.
I was in college in a small town in Minnesota in the early 80's. I lived on campus in dorms with dress code (dresses required for dinner and to go to town) and curfew. Things have changed a lot since then. When I bought my first house it had been only recently decided that lenders couldn't ask women if they planned to get pregnant soon as a basis for approving or denying a loan.
Barbie in NW WA
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dh is home so no more quiet time. He is all hyped up about selling out on his Godzillas- sold $900 of stuff. I am sure he was really pushing his stuff and not even having all of the stuff out, at least the first day, I know for sure he did. Only reason he put more out is because he sold his stuff.
He is hyped which means he is talking LOUDLY, non stop, about how all the Godzillas sold, how he could have sold so much more,etc- I had an instant headache as soon as he started.
I am looking forward to the next show in two weeks where I get another weekend for myself.
Got a bit more than half the roses and all the raspberries in the front pruned. Should have done more but I can do them tomorrow.
Debbie
Napa Valley,CA4 -
Hi ladies!
I've been reading, but once again, just not able to actually reply to anybody. This is a bad time of year for me, too many death-versaries. I had a dr's appt a few days ago and we talked about that and he said that at least I recognized what was happening and that was half the battle. He is right, and I have stopped myself a few times from eating my way thru the kitchen, but then didn't a few other times. sigh.
One more at the end of March and then we're done with that til Christmas again. (My dad passed Dec 28 several years ago) Needless to say, by weight has not been going down, but I do seem to be holding steady at least. I can live with that for now. Hubby got a cold, lord only knows from where, I'm the one who's out getting groceries and going to the gym and I was feeling fine for the first 3 or 4 days that he was sick. Now I feel like I got hit by a truck..... Oh well, this too shall pass, but this does mean that I have skipped the gym and the weather, especially today, was not good for someone who's already not feeling good to be out in. Very windy today, we actually lost power for a few hours. We were both very happy that it was only for a few hours!
I did want to make a few comments:
April, I'm happy to hear that your son will be closer to you and that he is showing some signs of coming out of the coma.
Tracey, the binders are amazing! I'm assuming this will be something you will be using once you finish your course and get a job? You are doing such a great job at being a student, I think it's the one huge advantage to being a "mature" student, you are there because you want to be and are willing to put in the work to get you to your goal. Well done!
Allie, keeping Tracey in my thoughts, hoping all goes well. I'm with Kelly tho, don't cancel your cruise! They will all do just fine without you! That didn't sound right.... They have to figure it out themselves, you can't be their go to person. You need to look after you! Also, Siri is just beautiful!
Kelly, what a lovely story about the little girl in your care! All you had to do was build a spaceship! lol It looks fabulous, by the way.
Heather, I hope you are able to still go on your cruise and that something can be figured out as to why your legs are paining you so much.
Lanette, I love your ladder! I have one similar, only 2 steps and no tray, but it does have the grab bar. I keep it in my kitchen. At 5'3" I need a boost on a regular basis! Glad you were able to get that work done, must have given you an extreme sense of satisfaction!
Lisa, Egg is such a character, I do so love photos and stories about her doings.
I know I missed several of you, please know that I do laugh, cry and fume right along with all of you!
I really must head to bed soon, it's not that late, but I'm kinda pooped, which given that I haven't really done that much today is annoying, but I guess it's the cold telling me it needs rest! lol
Hugs for those needing them, congrats to those celebrating and welcome to the new gals!
Evelyn, Vancouver Island6 -
Travelling - That's why I love our cruises so much. We would only do the Saga ones now, from our local ports. i would not do ones that involved flying first, or even a long journey. We only have to put our suitcases in our own hallway, (as many as we like), and get in a very nice chauffered car for a short journey. We don't have to carry suitcases, and they magically appear in our large apartment on the ship, where we are welcomed on with food and drink. We have two bathrooms in our 'grand suite', a balcony, bedroom, large living room, dining area, two televisions, tea and coffee machines, and a well stocked fridge with every possible combination of beverage. Nothing is too much trouble.
The cruises are for the over 50s, and many are over 80 and mobility compromised. It's as near to teleporting as you can get.
Yes, it costs a fortune, but it's worth it to us, for the ease and service. Our grand suite is a ridiculous luxury, but I am not saving my money for my old age. I will soon run out of savings, so I am only seeing a few more cruises in my future. When the money is gone, we will stop. If I had a private operation it would use up at least one cruise money.
We see Europe from our cabin, and could go much further to the Americas, if we had the money. We have been to the Arctic Circle, Scandinavia, Southern Spain, Russia, and so many more, with a fabulous view from our front of the ship panoramic windows. Every morning is breathtaking when we wind up the blinds..
Next October we are going as far as Sicily and Tunisia in Africa. Without having to fly, or drive.
I'm hoping to be able to do something about my legs.
Love Heather UK, who knows she is privileged. Xxxxxxxx7 -
Lanette: To read posts from one person, click on their name and go to their profile. Double click on replies, and you should be able to scroll down through them.
It’s another bright morning. DH is fussing about downstairs getting ready to go out with his two birdwatching pals. It’s quite sad, really. One of the three is rapidly succumbing to dementia. He can no longer remember how to drive to places even with a sat nav, and gets very anxious when he travels by train. DH and the third friend are going to collect him and take him out for the day.
I will enjoy my mornings at home alone. I plan to finish my group accounts, and do some prep for my Monday Painters Group after lunch.
🤗🤗🤗 and 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 for those who need them.
🙋♀️ Miele failte to the newbies.
☘️ Terri9 -
Good morning ladies!
I am up extra early and trying not to wake Teddy.
Debbie glad your Godzillas sold well.
April has your son moved yet? Thinking about you.
Heather we share your joy in your cruises. You are so good at keeping in touch.
Have a great day ladies!
Annie in Delaware7
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