WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR FEBRUARY 2024

Did a Tracey Long DVD today. The plan for tomorrow is to do an Extreme Strength DVD.

After the Y went to WalMart then home to put the groceries away. Then went to the church's thrift store. One of the things I got was a vase. I have a coupon for a free boquet of flowers from Publix so I'll probably get them and give them to the Y. I was getting ready to go in the pool and REALLY hit my leg against the bed in the other bedroom. Blood everywhere. Thank goodness MIL had hydrogen peroxide in the condo. That happened around noon and it’s still oozing, not blood but a light liquid. Laid out by the pool, but it’s still oozing

Kylia – glad your dh joined you on your walk. Hope Vince goes with me this year. After dinner tonight it was light enough we could have walked across the street and had ice cream. Oh well...another day

Annie – good for you ordering those books

Ordered a waterpik today. I could have sworn I had one down here but for the life of me I can’t find it.

Just got an email that Newcomers is having a “going away” dinner for this guy who was on bowling and his wife. They’re moving to FL, near us. We’re seriously thinking about not rejoining. Honestly, at this point there really isn’t much we do with them. A pool party, but really a lot of people don’t know who we are. Everything is “at the airport” and I’m not crazy about that place, too “yukky” to me. We do the bowling, but at first a lot of people come but it’s a bit dishartening when you go to a lot of work and no one (or very few) show up. Vince said that a lot of the “old” group who went shooting aren’t coming. I’m out of Rummikub (now they’re having it “at the airport”), no longer hosting. So what do we really do?

Beth - Hugs and more Hugs

Rita – Yipppeee!

Think I’ll probably take a short walk around the parking lot since it’s getting dark then maybe work on the tree skirt for Jess

Trying to place an order for ceramics, but the lady hasn’t called me back. Also trying to get in touch with the guy who remodeled my neighbor’s bathroom for a quote, but so far no success.

Michele who will walk the parking lot

Rita-congrats on watch!

Heather-nice profile of you.

Kylia-glad DH walked-that is an accomplishment. Your travel plans sound good. I retire end of year-you have time to figure work out and someone to check on DH-we fly out of Columbus. Maybe April in Paris!

Allie-you are correct-you just have to turn the situation over.

Rosemarie-I miss Anthony Bourdain also. But I will admit I like Johnny Depp's Dior commercial!

Lisa-Drug costs are outrageous. I think it is horrible people are denied something due to that (especially with a serious health issue). I often wonder how many of the drugs are developed with government money in the pot somewhere.

Annie-absolutely can't hurt checking out the pharmacy tech path. They are definitely in demand everywhere.

Dr Katie-small wins are still wins!

Met new Primary care doctor. She went through my whole history with me. Made a couple of suggestions to cut back on a couple of vitamins. Seems very thorough and sensible. They also have a nurse practitioner for basic care if doctor has no opening.

Meetings went well today. Go to dentist at 7:15 to start implant process. I believe he is putting post in tomorrow (don't remember any bone graft talk). I didn't ask if a temporary crown will be put in or not. Guess I'll know tomorrow!.

Going to do quick walk in house to get my move time and exercise goal met for the day.

Take care all,

Ginny in Ohio

I haven't read the posts, but I wanted to get this down since I'm feeling so crappy. I've done nothing but snack all day. There's nothing in the house to eat, yet I have found graham crackers, cheese, and more. What a bad day. I'm currently changing over from one depression medication to another, and the change over has thrown me for a loop. I'm still not sure it's working right, and all I want to do is eat. Hubby went shopping for groceries after work, and he's still not home yet. He can be part of my control sometimes, and without him, I get into every everything. The kids are no help; they just want to help me make crazy stuff. I hope he gets home soon. I really am looking forward to the PLANNED dinner. I would just not eat dinner, but I have to make it for everyone else and that seems too much like a spanking. Oh well, that's my day, sorry for dumping.

I will go back and read now and post now. Thanks for listening to my rant.

Michelle in NV

SophieRosieMom wrote: »

Terri - thank you for the tip on how to find posts. It's quick and easy. Sorry to hear about your DH's birdwatching friend. So thoughtful of your DH and his friend to take this fella out for the day.

Rita - have you decided what to do about going back east?

Margaret - thank you for sharing that interesting information presented in the Vitality Summit. We sure live in a different world now than when we were kids. I try to eat organically, and avoid ultra processed food as much as I can. Sometimes it's really hard with availability and expense, but I've settled on "80% clean" and not stress about it if I have the occasional sugary treat or salad dressing made with seed oils, another no-no according to some research.

I saw the harmful effects of many medications, and more medications prescribed to offset the side effects of the first round during my DH's health struggle. I'm pretty sure that and his junk food diet hastened his dementia and death. I'm trying hard not to go down that path. I agree that being around positive, happy and energetic people is very beneficial for our own health. I liked your list of what you can do to avoid things that can adversely affect our health. Being aware is the first step. Please keep sharing what you learn.

Annie - so sorry to hear about your aunt, and glad you are close by. Is she your dad's or your mom's sister? Good job on the bike and walking.

Debbie - wow, your DH had great sales at the convention, I can see why he was hyped up. Might be good in the long run to help lift him out of his depression? Crossing fingers.

April - the "Weekly Check-in" is for anyone who wants to be included in a weekly post to document whatever they want to in a central place. Some like to report weight, and/or challenges they are dealing with. It's just a kind of bulletin board I guess. Not mandatory, some find it helpful to share their info once a week or less often. It's been expanded to include what we're celebrating and what we're navigating as far as health related topics if some want to use that route. To be added, you and I need to be "friends" then you can message me directly thru MFP. I just sent you a friend request in case you ever wish to be included.

Make it a wonderful week.

Lanette
SW WA State with a rain/snow mix falling right now. 34F.

I would love to join in! I will message you my latest weigh-in stats starting next week. 😊

Debbie,
Maybe when your husband slows down a bit I can buy a Godzilla. He seems so busy that the one I like might be gone before I get the check there, lol. BTW I want the bigger one in the front row on the black block. (Dark green) So when he gets around to it, PM me. I'm sorry your MIL is being a $#@!# about this. She should be happy he's finding joy in it; it comes through everything you write. Tell him we wish him happiness and sales. BTW I didn't know Fit Bit could tell you how you slept. Interesting.

Also, I booked our Alaskan cruise with Norwegian. I got airfare, round trip from Vegas to Seattle, for $370 for both and shuttle service.

Machka9 wrote: »

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.
M in Oz

M
You are always so creative about your exercise. I wish I could come up with quick fixes that would work for me. And, your crazy sleeping accommodations throughout your travels are just wild.

Ginny,
The Pacific Northwest and all through the western area is wonderful. You could spend a lifetime just exploring these areas. In fact I did till a few years ago I set my sights on Yellowstone. I was so glad I did. I planned the whole trip and we went during covid. I didn't know it was going to be covid, of course, it just worked out that way. There was practically no one there. I swear it was one of the most beautiful places I had ever been. We've even went back since. Simply amazing.

Heather,
I wish could get around to putting together all my writing in some sort of organized fashion. I write little vignettes like the paper boat story. I think I'll try to pull the family ones together and send it out with the cookbook my cousin and I are trying to create.

Lisa in AR
I kill all plants. Right now I working on killing some cactus that we have potted. I also have a few air plants hanging around waiting for a drink of water. Here in the desert, you have to soak them every once in a while or they don't get enough water. The problem is I keep forgetting. Your pictures of flowers makes me jealous, in a good way.


Annie,
You go for that pharmacy job. I know I couldn't do it. It seems very demanding to me. Do you like to work where it's always busy? Working with the people so closely might be something you can do well. You are so sweet on here I can't imagine you would have a hard time with that. It almost brought a tear to my eye hearing you talk about Teddy's vet appointment. I'm still struggling with my cat having the large lump. Her leg is starting to turn inward now. I just wish I knew how much longer she had.

Allie
Prayers for your daughter, It's hard to imagine something so exciting, and what should be a blessing, being so worrisome as well. Your egg pictures are so sweet. I'm sure to kiddos keeps things in perspective.


Beth
"Some concerns we need to deal with," sounds ominous prayers and hugs to you. Stay strong.


Rita
I'm so glad you found your watch, and I love your alien emoji. I spent some time in Roswell last year. What a fun place. BTW, My husband called me today to tell me it was national pistachio day and that's what we should have for dinner. It's so late I'm about to agree. LOL

Tina in CA
I don't have enough guts to get off the beaten path. It's cruise ships for me or only the US. I would like to see Niagara Falls someday, and I'll venture into Canada, but that's as far as I'll get. Have you seen a neurologist for your migraines? Mine offered me Botox, to which I said, "No," at the time. Now, my migraines have become so bad that I'm going back to talk to him about it.


Rosemarie
It's actually my Son in Law (This is why I almost never use those acronyms,) But it's just as good. He into his smoker. It's a guy thing, LOL On another note, I to would like to see Europe on a Viking Cruise, especially Ireland.

Michele
I'm so sorry you hit your leg. Sounds terrible. I hope it heals quickly.



Well, everyone, I hope I was able to reach out to most of you. If I missed you, you can call me out. Not really, but maybe you want to think about it. I don't mind.

I ranted a few posts back, so I won't again. Hubby is now home, 8:06PM, so dinner plans must change. Something quick is all I can do. I was trying to make something for Eat the Rainbow in Lose 1lb a Week. I don't know if I can, but I'm thinking about a salad. YUM!

Michelle in NV