WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR SEPTEMBER

Wish I had time to read like I use to. But, I just love this post. I will read more someday.

I wish all a happy day. Sometimes it's hard to be happy and sometimes it is so easy. I am trying so hard to keep my chin up and not get so depressed. I can't believe how my life has change. I was such and up person, never felt like this. It is sometimes a struggle to get through the day, but, I am doing it.

Went to the gym today and I had all I could do to not cry. AND I DON'T KNOW WHY!!!!!!

My husband was with me and I should be happy more, but I'm not. I'm losing weight again and that keeps me going. this posting keeps me honest and it is good therapy for me just to let it out.

I have no job, no pay, cause I left my job to care for my parents, It's been two years now. Mom is gone, Bosco is gone and my Dad needs constant checkups daily. Thank God I have a very supportive husband. Love him dearly.

I am going to a Career Center in the afternoons to learn some computer skills. Keeps me busy.

Sorry for the rant.

Kathy (plantlady)

i am sorry for what you are going through....i had a major depression about 10yrs ago that lasted a long time, i had therapy, i took meds and both finally helped me(my marriage was not going well, we finally divorce and menopause was near) all i can say is it will get better, exercise will help you so much(maybe as much as meds)feel better soon:flowerforyou:

barbie - that retreat sounds so nice and restful. Boy, you sure do a lot of walking! When you freeze the cooked pumpkin, is the pumpkin in blocks or is it mashed up?

Kathy - keep going to the gym! Honestly, when I feel down (one time I even felt like I was going to get physically sick), exercise helps me soooooo much. Whenever I'm feeling blue, Vince says to me "go to the Y, just go to the Y". I've cried in the pool, but swam laps and by the time I got out I felt better. It really does work. Sometimes it takes a while, but it DOES work.

I went over on the calories today. I made some of the banana chocolate chip muffins, and I had to have a few. Why did I do that to myself?

Well, I did an hour of spinning (a downloadable workout) today (Tues). Tomorrow (Wed) I'm going on a 2-1/2 mile bike ride with the Newcomers. The lady I'm supposed to ride with just called, asked me to meet her at 7:30 (yes. a.m.), so I should probably leave about 7. I'm looking forward to this bike ride. It's on a rails-to-trails. We went on one when we lived in PA and it was so very relaxing. I'm going to take some pumpkin seeds with me and some carrots. They said that 1/2 way down the mountain we'll stop for lunch. I'm bringing $20 for lunch (I don't expect to spend that much) and $10 for gas for the people who I'm carpooling with. I also have these two things (don't know what to call them) that a friend crocheted for me. It's this thing that goes over your shoulder and holds a water bottle. I'm a big water drinker, hope they have bathrooms on the trail....lol I'm going to take those water bottle carriers with me and keep the pumpkin seeds, carrots and money in a fanny pack. Then the Newcomers bowling league in the evening.

Played mahjongg today, maj'd twice!

Amanda - love your picture. You're looking so good.

Here's hoping everyone has a great evening.

Michele

Michelle, yay on the m'jong.

Amanda, wow, you've done amazing. Funny how family can think you are too thin, they get used to the fluffy you.

Hello to the rest.

Well, had to make some interesting changes to my food journal. DH decided to make a wine/butter sauce for the lobster ravioli tonight. Fine, planned for it, but did not know he was going to use 4 tbsp of butter for two servings!!!! Had to delete a strawberry smoothie. Not exactly a great trade, I know, but he doesn't cook that often.

Hi everyone

:glasses: We've had a sunny few days over here in the UK, what a shame I've been at work, so missed most of it. I've got Friday off and all next week so I'm hoping it lasts.

:frown: Just started with a cold, so that has delayed restarting my exercise routine. I am trying to keep moving though. Once I get over this cold I'm going to make more of an effort. Feel a bit weak and lethargic today.

I went to see my grandson get another belt for kickboxing on Sunday, he's doing quite well, I'd love to see him actually do some kickboxing , I'll have to go to one his lesson one day to see him in action.

:huh: Nothing much has been going on with me, just the usual work, walking the dogs, and sleep! Feels like I'm on a bit of a treadmill at the moment. I suppose we've all been there haven't we. Think I need to get my work life balance in order.

:noway: Starting to think about Christmas, every 3rd Thursday I go out for a drink with my mum two aunts and mums friend, we usuall go for a Christmas meal in December and Jean mentioned it the last time we were out, so we'll need to get something booked soon. Even hubby has said I should by some stocking fillers the next time I go into town. I try not to start shopping too early, it takes all the fun out of it.:laugh:

I'm trying a new recipe that Jane at work told me about it's cooked savoury rice with two eggs beaten in and then baked in the oven for half an hour. (No idea what the heat should be???) going to do it on high - I'll let you know how it turns out - hardly any calories apparently.

Must dash - have a good Wednesday (Happy Hump day?)

Chat soon
Viv xx

Good morning my friends.

I'm just popping in to say hi as I'm waiting for a delivery at the gallery.

We are enjoying some unseasonably warm weather in London. I say enjoying, it's actually awful when travelling on the tube. Impossible to know what clothes to wear.

I have a wedding reception to go to on Friday and haven't a clue what to wear. The party is on the River Thames, so it could get chilly in the evening. Maybe it's another excuse to go shopping (Yeah, like I need an excuse!) My UK size 8 clothes (US size 4) are now getting a bit big, in fact the trousers I am wearing today are hanging on me. My DH told me this morning that I now have no bottom! Charming!

One thing that made me smile. Once upon a time I used to use my bra as an extra pocket (especially when I wore a size 52ff cup!) I would put my mobile phone or even my credit card case in for safety when I wasn't carrying a handbag. Now that I'm in a 32c, there is not enough material to hide anything in! Even though my poor little boobs don't even fill up my bra these days.

Better crack on with some work. I have set myself a target of fast walking up the three flights of stairs in the gallery 25 times today. That should counteract the amount of time I have to sit on my bony bottom in front of the computer.

Love to you all.
Amanda x

Getting a late start to the day, but oh well. That's what being a west coaster in the US is all about.

Sally, bummer on the flat tire and funny how someone running a weight challenge would not have the right scale. :ohwell:

Barbie, yeah, we've been together 32 years now (since high school). He just can't seem to cook without a lot of fats, whether it be olive oil or butter. Thank goodness he doesn't cook often. And while I'm new to MFP I am far from new to the weight loss scene. Man, I have a lot of knowledge, just don't seem to apply it very well. :embarassed:

Viv, that's what weather does, great on the workdays, nasty on the days off. While I understand the need to make reservations for Christmas now, I'm with you on not wanting to shop for anything yet. ((((healing vibes your way)))).

Pam, interesting about the sleep study. Do they think you'll be able to get off the CPAP (or at least I think that's what you would be using)?

Amanda, hilarious about the bra purse. I'm weird in that my boobs don't really change much, even now that I"m more than 100 lbs overweight. That's why I hate shopping for bras at places like Lane Bryant. Ditzes don't carry anything below a C cup and I'm most definitely B (TMI, too soon?).

Okay, enough delay. I've got a full day ahead with the spin bike, shower, get some produce and calcium supplements or sweet potatoes (I'm tracking my calcium on MFP and am truly amazed at how much calcium those things have), and then study and homework.

Good Wednesday to all of you...
I went to the Ortho guy who did my surgery, last check up, cleared to swim, golf, walk, bike whatever... sounds good to me, and the pain is finally becoming less.. yeah.. still haven't figured out the sleeping thing, been up now for 8 nights, no sleep or minimal.. Lunesta did not work.
Weight came down yesterday from the football game (3 lbs up), today i was back up a pound, but I ate some popcorn last night.. it's ok.
Have a good evening..
Natalie

Hello Ladies,

Well it's been quite a day. I've been cooking all day for the holidays. Brisket - done. Chicken Soup - done. Oven Stuffer Roaster -Done. Noodle Kugel done. Challah - almost done. Randy - overdone.

If any of the ladies on this board are Jewish, I want to wish you a L'Shanah Tovah - Happy New Year. And if you're not Jewish, I'm still gonna wish you a Happy, Healthy and Sweet New Year.

Pam, interesting about the sleep study. Do they think you'll be able to get off the CPAP (or at least I think that's what you would be using)?

The hope is that I will be able to get off the CPAP machine at some point. They did lower the amount of pressure that is being used. I will just have to wait and see what the pulmonologist tells me. My problem is that my oxygen level drops when I am sleeping. Usually, people stop breathing.....I never did that. So who knows if I will get off the machine.....I can only hope.

Pam