WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JANUARY 2025

kymarai · January 16

Machka9 · January 16

Machka9 · January 16

Two walks today AND 30 flights of stairs

Machka in Oz

SophieRosieMom · January 16

Rita - so glad you were able to get in to see the doc and get antibiotics. Hope they work quickly. Also happy to hear you got that shipping confusion with UPS and your PO box cleared up. Hope they are able to make deliveries just fine to your campground.

Lisa - sorry this is happening to your daughter. Don't blame you for getting ticked. I'm guessing it's much harder (and costlier) to deal with this custody stuff when she's so far away.

Vicki - sending positive thoughts to your DH for a successful surgery and quick recovery. I'm sure he's glad to get it out of the way. (((HUGS)))

I'm having lunch with M today. I'll go in a little early and hit the grocery store to load up for a week so I don't have to leave home during the cold snap.

Stay warm and safe my friends.

Lanette

SW WA State

1948CWB · January 16

Machka9 · January 16

exermom wrote: »

something as simple as “walk to one tree, run/jog to the next tree, walk to the next tree” and so on.

Michele NC

This is essentially the Couch to 5K method, using run/walk intervals focusing on increasing distance, but not at a high intensity. It's about consistency and gradual progression to increase endurance until you can run the whole 5 km. But during the run phases, it's important not to let your heart rate go into the red zone ... run at a pace you can breathe through your nose and keep running fairly comfortably.

It's more or less what I do when I start attempting running again.

And a lot of people have had success working up to running a 5 km in 6-8 weeks (depending on the particular plan used).

Once the 5 km endurance aspect has been accomplished, then a person may want to add HIIT to work on speed.

Machka in Oz

LisaInArkansas · January 16

Hey, kids,

Busy morning coming up, scheduled Zoom with my sis at 8:30 - don't know how long either one of us can handle a scheduled meeting at all. It may have to be either unscheduled or not at all. One appointment, and I've lost half a day, mostly because I'm a worrywart and a nudge about time. We'll see. Might just make it more spontaneous after this one.

Barbie, Heather, Tracey, Vicki, Lanette, and anyone I missed, thank you all for your support on my daughter's situation. I'm trying to stay out of it as much as I can now, other than just being support for her in a tough time. I can't make the courts do what I want, and it's her decision as to what to do next. Everything I can tell her to do right now would risk her career, at best, and put her in jail at worst, as I'm not being terribly rational. As both a soldier and a mother, she has a lot of lives at stake, both literally and figuratively.

Anyway - to y'all's lives.

Vicki - hope your husband's surgery is swift and successful, and his recovery is pain-free and swift as well.

Heather - Missed the note on poor Bea, I can see how this man's death would set her imagination right on edge. Mortality isn't easy to cope with at any age. Thanks, too, for the phrase "helpless rage." I was reaching for it and couldn't find it.

Machka - Congrats on the 2nd granddaughter!

Off to get a cup of coffee and maybe a shower...

Later, my dears,
Love,
Lisa in AR

cityjaneLondon · January 16

Vicki - Hoping that your husband's op has gone well, and the recovery isn't too difficult. I think I've blotted out the pain of the early days!

Machka - A second grandchild! What a joy.

Zooming this afternoon with my schoolfriends. I've prepped the duck legs for dinner, so John can put them in the oven while I'm on the call.

Did 650+ words this morning.

Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx

minicooper452 · January 16

What Heather and Barbie said... and I'd completely back her up!
Ugh! Grrrr!

Lisa, I'd like to track down that crummy guy and pound him on your behalf. What a terrible human being and how sad for the children and for you and your daughter.

Not much new here. Taking a mental health day. Left work with a migraine yesterday. Woke up this morning with the remnants of the headache so I didn't want to take the chance of it returning and I have the PTO. Might as well use it. Headed back to bed now.

Love and Blessings
Carla, in MN

margaretturk · January 16

(((Lisa, Vicki, Annie, Debbie,Barbie, Tracey, Lanette, Mo, Allie)))

Rita after you are finished with an antibiotic look into what you need to do to restore your gut microbiome. I am learning more and more that those good little critters in our gut have a tremendous effect on our health. There is a microbe that helps us digest oxyalates without it or if low in numbers it can increase the chances of kidney stones. This microbe numbers are reduced with antibiotics.

There was a good post on why it is so hard to part with things we own on Facebook. I am not sharing it because it was on public domain and I share those type of videos with caution...What I added to the conversation was this....

Nice to understand why it is hard to part with things...This happens in shopping too. If you pick up an object in the store you are more likely to buy it. When I shop and I do this I tell myself not needed and let the next person buy it. I do this to break the urge to buy it. Some have this difficulty to part with things stronger than others.

Whidislander · January 16

barbiecat wrote: »

Vicki, Your beautiful card with the sweet note and thoughtful gift arrived today. With all that's going on in your life I am touched that you reached out to me. Thank you.

Lisa, I'd like to track down that crummy guy and pound him on your behalf. What a terrible human being and how sad for the children and for you and your daughter.

Carol, You are so right about the real luxuries in life. Thank you for sharing that.

Rebecca, "sneaker wave" is exactly what is happening to me. Just as I have a feeling that I'm OK, the sight or sound of something drops me into an emotional pit. I know it will pass and I'll be OK.

It's a sunny day so lots of people are walking with and without dogs, My dogs can see them and Annie barks and runs around in excitement.

Annie, I'm sending loving thoughts your way.

Barbie in NW WA

Awe, my friend you just hang on to something solid, and it does pass. My sister and I use that word as our code word if one of us is having an extra emotional day. Your walking friend and you should have a word. Its a word that when spoken to the other, that person drops what they're doing and connects with you, whenever. Just having that word, silly as it seems, helps.
Hugs!
Rebecca
Whidbey
Wa

Whidislander · January 16

dlfk202000 wrote: »

barbiecat wrote: »

Vicki,

Rebecca, "sneaker wave" is exactly what is happening to me. Just as I have a feeling that I'm OK, the sight or sound of something drops me into an emotional pit. I know it will pass and I'll be OK.

It's a sunny day so lots of people are walking with and without dogs, My dogs can see them and Annie barks and runs around in excitement.

Annie, I'm sending loving thoughts your way.

Barbie in NW WA

Mom still gets those "sneaker waves" and it has been just over 4 yrs since dad passed away. This Christmas seemed to be worse than the past two for some reason. She isn't sure why. Christmas cards were almost impossible for her to do. No time limit on those feelings.

Debbie

Time has no bearing with sneaker waves. They can come when you least expect it. I get waves of sadness missing my sons, but if I am having a particularly hard day I can send them a message. I get them with my Mom and she's been gone for 26 years. The other day I recalled her favorite perfume "Opium" and thought I need to go to a high end counter and ask to smell it. It would be like smelling home, her, etc. Then I remembered I don't have any sense of smell. That was a rough day.😥💖
Rebecca
Whidbey
Wa

pipcd34 · January 16

Barbiecat - thinking of you, how are you doing

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kevrit · January 16

@Michelle. The Murthy’s app allows you to add up the points for discounts on items or gas. I save them for gas. Once you create your account, you can “step on the gas” to get points once a week. It is an animated thing on the main page you click on for random points. Each time to get gas there, you input your phone number when the pump asks you if you have an existing MDR, which will then add points to your running total, or tell you have .10 off a gallon, do you want to use it. It’s a fun app and worth the money off of gas.

@Lisa. Unfortunately your daughter’s situation is all too familiar to me. It’s been a long time now, but my ex DH did the same thing. He wanted to hurt me any way possible and tried through finances. All I can say is that it hurt the children more than the adults. And the problem parent ends up showing their colors in the mandatory sessions (at least where I was) with the child advocates and the court. It is time consuming and costly, but in the end, it’s the children that are hurt. With all that said, I’ve been there and I feel for you, your daughter, and the children. PM me if you want to vent. We can talk.

One full day of meds and I slept good last night with very little coughing. I must say that now that I’m up, I’m making up for the coughing during the day. But at least I can say the meds are beginning to work. Thank you all for your thoughts, prayers, and wishes. I will recover. 🏋🏼‍♀️

Thought for today

Another that makes me think of Machka:

Where do wasps like to get lunch?

A bee-stro!

love,
RVRita in Roswell

LisaInArkansas · January 16

Rita - That brought me to tears. Thank you so much for offering to be a listening ear. I am so grateful for this group in so many ways, and that is why: The hands ready to reach across the divisions that the rest of the world throws in between. I am so grateful. I may yet take you up on it at some point, but today, I'm doing OK. I'm so pleased that the meds are working to help you feel better!

Been racketing back and forth for FOUR HOURS with my sister's technical woes with Zoom. We did get a couple minutes of actual conversation in here and there while waiting for things to boot up and/or download. Such fun.

Also back and forth with my daughter on text. As of this moment, however, I'm walking away. I need time to breathe. Already done the Epley maneuver (to get the vertigo under control, for those who don't know it), twice, during downloads, uploads and reboots. Feel steady enough to take a shower, at least, though my feet may not get a lot of scrubbing!

Love y'all,
Lisa in AR

pipcd34 · January 16

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barbiecat · January 16

Rita Your kind comforting card arrived today. How thoughtful of you to reach out in the midst of the troubles you are navigating in your life.

Barbie

barbiecat · January 16

pipcd34 wrote: »

Barbiecat - thinking of you, how are you doing

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This is tough and I'm slogging through putting one foot in front of the other. I have peaceful moments and moments of paralyzing despair. The dogs keep me from thinking only of myself. The kindness of friends smoothes some of the rough spots. Today I go to the attorney to find out what legal stuff I have to do.

Barbie

1948CWB · January 16

(((BARBIE)))

Carol in GA

cityjaneLondon · January 16

Thinking of you, Barbie.

It's a whole world out of time where everything is altered.

Had our Zoom this afternoon. We got each other up to date on life, and all our medical matters. Both B and P have recently had brain scans, for different reasons. B's report talked of age-related vascular deterioration, but nobody seems worried. She is 76, so that's to be expected, but P's seemed to show something a bit more serious. 'Significant '. She is, understandably, p....d off, and, no doubt, fearful. I suggested she doesn't panic, but finds a good neurologist for a chat.
Makes me not want to go near any brain scans!

I know it's a privilege to grow old, but I can't say it's a breeze.

Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx

grandmallie · January 16

Oh Barbie- we are on opposite coasts ,so wish I could be there to help and just lend an ear..maybe take Annie out for a walk to give you a break..

This little munchkin is 4 months old already can you believe it?
Neither of us was feeling great today.. i think I have post nasal drip which is giving me a sore throat..and her teething is raging..she is drooling to beat the band..didnt do great with the bottle today..and she slept alot..so there was that..
Im supposed to go to a jack and jill on Saturday .but i don't think im up to it..

Here is Miles doing his letters at Miss Josies

Whidislander · January 16

As I look out my living room window I see the roof of the garage, and we are getting quite a lot of moss on there growing. This is the time of year which if you live in the Pacific Northwest, algae and moss starts a growing! The sides of trees, most white cars, the sides of the roads where cars don't go, but its asphalt. At the coast in Oregon it was quite the thing. I always felt so loved by my community during the off seasons at the coast. Tourists came less, and every restaurant and small business was so grateful to have you. The chosen few that lived on the coast. Of course during the summer, the businesses wouldn't have time for us, so distracted by making as much $ as they could.
We have lived on Whidbey island going on 7 years this April. We have yet to really make an impression, I mean people don't know us really. The bagger ladies at the commissary where we grocery shop know us, and some even hug. The people at the book store know my husband because of all the paints and things he buys there. Then of course the people at the gym know us. If I don't attend, people ask about me. I went once this week, but with my cold I just wanted to sleep most mornings. So guess that's some people. To be honest, I don't really put myself out in the world anymore. Its kind of how I like things now. Being a homebody gives me a warm and fuzzy feeling.
Hugs to ladies that need one!
Rebecca
Whidbey
Wa

exermom · January 17

After work stopped at the dollar store for the girls. Made yogurt and now have it in the IP. Went to Belk’s and with my coupon got a pizza pan for $5. It’s a nice one, too. Then to Kohl’s where I got an oven mitt and potholder for free. Went to the stores looking for brown jeans. I thought that it wouldn’t be hard to find. Was I wrong! I’ll look in FL and if I don’t find them there, I’ll have to order online

M – forgot to say “congrats”

After shopping, made banana blondies for Vince. Should be interesting. I’ve never made banana blondies. Wonder if he’ll want chocolate icing on them (I would think so)

Vicki – add me to the list of people who hope your husband’s surgery goes well.

Vince went for a stress test today. They said it would take 4 hours, it only took 2.

Tomorrow after the soup kitchen I’ll call Vince when I leave and we can prebowl at least 3 games

Rita – glad the meds are starting to work

Lisa – if I were in your position, boy would I have a hard time! I’m quite an emotional person and there isn’t much that would hold me back. My heart breaks for you, your daughter and the children. Sperm donor doesn’t deserve my time.

Michele NC

pipcd34 · January 17

Stat for the day-

Walk w/family- 1hr 52min 21sec, 13338steps, 231elev, 2.85ap, 87ahr, 105mhr, 5.40mi= 540c
Strava app = 655c

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barbiecat · January 17

Today was my appointment with the lawyer. He explained everything and will take care of the part that seemed most daunting for me. Then I went to the bank to get the account put in my name only. The big milestone was that Annie was OK in the car while I was at the lawyer's office and while I was in the bank. She was a bit crazy when we got home but now she is asleep on the carpet between my chair and Bessie.

I can't even begin to explain how your wise words and encouragement have helped me walk through this time. I love you all.

Barbie in NW WA

kymarai · January 17

Whidislander · January 17

I am patiently waiting for a Marie Callenders turkey pot pie to cook. Its an hour and 5 minutes of anquish.😂😂.
Well shopping went well. I bought makings for a nice salad. I also bought some healthy chocolate bars called HU.

Then for another treat some low-fat graham crackers and Keto friendly frosting. Its low sugar but it does have alcohol sugars. But its better than the regular tubs of frosting. Each serving of frosting is 2 T so I will just fill up two knives worth and that's all I can spread on the graham crackers. Which is better than I used to do!
Husband said he had fun at the store with me, which is always nice. My first SS check came thru so we were pricing some pots and pans at the Navy Exchange.
Tomorrow I am meeting a washi tape seller inside Wal-Mart, by the Subway inside there. $20 for a bag of washi tape. Woohoo! Then we'll price the pots and pan sets there.
I have backed off my fasting. With a cold I just can't. Isn't it feed a cold, starve a fever? Well I am feeding it!
Today's lunch was extra sourdough bread toasted with avocado, tomato, cheese, sprouts, pickled asparagus spears, with whipped garlic herb cream cheese as the "glue". The bread stayed together! My sandwiches are always heartily filled!
Watched a cute series called " High Potential ". Also finished watching the latest Netflix series, " Evil". Its not for the timid!
Waiting for the next season of "Matlock" with Kathy Bates. Then of course there's new episodes of "Yellowstone" I need to get into.
Well still waiting for my pot pie....🙄💖
Rebecca
Whidbey
Wa

Snowflake1968 · January 17

Machka - I hope you get to meet your new granddaughter soon.

Rita - glad your feeling better.

Lisa - I really don’t like Zoom for chats. I like old fashioned phone calls. I just say though that my one friend that likes to FaceTime I feel comfortable with.

Heather - I want to grow old if I am healthy and have my faculties about me, otherwise I would prefer to go earlier.

Rebecca - we have lived here for 8 years and I’m finally starting to feel like a community mostly because of ceramics and working local. I really enjoy being out and about, much more than being home.
I love High Potential, new Matlock comes at the end of January.
I really enjoyed Brilliant Minds but I don’t know if there will be a second season. I really hope so.

Barbie - it sounds like the meeting with the lawyer took some weight off your shoulders. Hugs to you.

We had a terrible storm blow in this afternoon, apparently there are several accidents keeping emergency services quite busy.
The lady that owns the ceramic shop went home early and I closed up for her. There were only two others that lived outside of town and they were travelling together. I’m waiting to hear that they made it home safe. We closed up 1/2 an hour early.

Funny day at work:
One of the residents needed some assistance with her pants. When I went to see what she needed she told me my hair was scruffy and I needed “metal things” with a scissor motion. I was leaning down talking to her and she even grabbed my bangs to make the motion. I agreed I needed a haircut, but today my hair was actually all back in a bun. I didn’t understand exactly what she wanted, but it was something to do for her pant legs. I pulled the legs down to cover her ankles and that wasn’t it, I pulled them up and that was wrong. She told me it had to tuck into the white. So I tucked it into her sock. She then said, “No. You doorknob” I actually burst out laughing. I told her I would get a nurse for her.
Being called a doorknob is what my Dad and my MIL would say if you were being silly or messing around. So I thought it was quite funny and I remind myself how difficult it must be not to be able to fix your own pants.

I’m off to bed. I’m looking forward to a weekend at home this weekend.
Tracey in Edmonton

skuehn48 · January 17

TerriRichardson112 · January 17

A heartfelt thanks to those of you who do long post commenting. It keeps me abreast when my time is short.

Debbie: Hoping things work out with MiL and care home. You and your DH are doing your best for her.

Heather: Deepest condolences to the friend’s family. That is so tragic for your son and sweet Bea. (I still remember the heartache when I lost my dear Grandpa John just before my eleventh birthday). And such a worry for you, too, as you support them in the days ahead. I know you will be a help to them. Some people touch so many others on their journey through life.

No more time this morning as I have Latin at 10am. I will be back after lunch for a proper catchup.

tempis fugit amor manet

🤗 🤗 🤗 and 🙏 🙏 🙏 to those who want/need them.

céad míle fáilte to our new ladies.

☘️ Terri

WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JANUARY 2025

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