WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR MARCH 2025
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Rori - Scary! I hope everything is fine, and your diagnosis is correct. John is a fainter if he is dehydrated. Sinus is so miserable. 😩
Debbie - I would have thought it was illegal to dispose of your MIL's stuff, let alone move in, before she dies and you have formally inherited. Even if you have POA, the money and property is to be used for her benefit. Is your son going to be paying a normal rent? This is a legal minefield.
Tracey - I'm so glad you had a fun time with Michaela. 🤩 We are seeing the girls tomorrow for pick up, instead of Tuesday. They don't need us, but we can't bear to go a week without seeing them! Also, I need to take a card and the posh chocolates over for DIL's birthday this week.
LLove to all, Heather UK xxxxxxxx
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So many interesting topics 😂
I open the app on both my iPad and iPhone, scroll on the iPhone and post on the iPad, which works quite well for me.
🤗🤗🤗 and 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 for those who need them.
🙋♀️ céad míle fáilte to our newbies
☘️ Terri
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Anyone here heard of or use Acorn? You connect it to a card you use often and round up the charges. The difference is invested for you. Adds up after a while. My question is it worth it? Are the charges for the trades a hard no for you. When researching this online, I get different views, but the majority agree that the only negative is the monthly charges if you have a small amount in their account. Thoughts?
I had not heard of it, but in looking it up, I wouldn't be at all keen.
See this article:
For me, there are better ways to invest.
The monthly charge could take away a significant portion of what you managed to invest.
It would make me very nervous to attach something like this to my bank info. It's just one more thing that could be hacked.
Others may have other thoughts.
Machka in Oz
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I keep getting a bad Gateway for MFP. According to Google, it's a problem with their server!
Rori ~ What a scare you had. In my mind I picture you as healthy as one could be. Hope you continue to feel good.
Ginny ~ Thoughts and prayers as you go through the surgery.
Carol in GA 😍
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Morning all,
Im getting into the swing of things as time goes on..i can't wait to go down on the prednisone..without being on the Trulicity, the insulin is helping with the weight loss but my appetite is coming back..
Can't believe its been 2 weeks since the surgery..and darn its 28 degrees out..yikes..
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Thank you for the explanation. It’s going to take a little to get used to this but I’m excited to try it.
Rosie, Florida4 -
Thanks very much. It took a minute to figure out how to reply lol. I appreciate the info!
Rosie, FL
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I have a newbie question as I try to figure out this platform. 🤭 I have started getting friend requests (wasn’t expecting that) and all but one are men. WW had a “follow” feature and I guess that is what I expected on here. What is this “friend” concept on here, is it so people can chat with you? Why are they all men lol. I haven’t accepted anyone as it just seemed strange to me. This is funny, I’m only 55 and I’m feeling super old on this platform as I try to figure out how to navigate on it.
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😀 Rosie We (on this thread) ignore the friend requests. We communicate with each other by writing on this thread. The only reason to have someone as a friend is to send a private message. I decline all friend requests unless it is someone on this thread who wants to send me a private message (like her address or other personal information).
😀 I hope you will keep coming back. In a few days you'll find that you are getting to know people and that there are topics that interest you.
😍 Barbie in NW WA
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Happy Sunday!
Lisa Thank you for the tip on changing to bold! I totally get the frustration at projects. I hope it comes together.
Ginny- My prayers are with you on your upcoming surgery. I hope they find some answers for you.
Rori- That is so scary!!!! I hope they find answers for you too. Glad to have you check in though.
Allie- Please take care of you! You have a giver's heart, but that must not take priority over the need to heal.
Machka- You continue to inspire us all with your ability to balance home, DH, work, and self in a way that keeps you moving forward.
Lanette- You asked what type of heart monitor I will be using. It is about the size of a USB drive and hooks onto a strip on my chest. Yes, there is a phone that I am suppose to keep within 10 ft of me at all times as well. I don't even have my cell phone that close to me most time, so has been a challenge. I have been wearing for 6 days. Only 24 more to go….I just hope it provides them some answers.
Rebecca- It sucks that the event didn't meet your expectations, but you did say you enjoyed the show. So that was a win. Hugs!
Barbie- Rest days are needed! Good for you! So glad you have Annie to keep you company.
Several of you have mentioned that this thread is about learning how to be healthy in all areas of our lives. They really are intertwined. I am thankful for the sharing of all experiences. You all show me how to continue on after a traumatic event in life (illness, death, or accidents). I am grateful for all the sharing as it helps me to not feel alone.
I am doing okay, just tired of feeling tired. I sit down quietly and fall asleep. I get into the truck to drive and spend hours yawning. I try to read and fall asleep. This rarely happened up until I got the cpap. It seemed better before they told me to lower my B12……I think I will up it back up and see what happens. I am walking (exercising) 5-6 days a week. I am still nicotine free. My weight is steady even if higher than I want. Is this tiredness mental or physical? So many questions…….
My DH decided to go with me last weekend to Maryland. My brother really was surprised by his party. We stayed at a hotel as my brother's house has stairs to all the bathrooms and my DH was still in his boot. We spent time with family on Sunday morning before driving home. It really was a hard drive yawning so much! The visit was nice but brought up so many questions…..What kind of traumas is my mind trying to cover up that I really have extremely limited memories of growing up? Or is it that my brain just doesn't slow down enough to grab the moments? I get lost in crowds of people (even family). I often don't feel heard. I feel like my experiences aren't as important as others (maybe…..). I really am a mess! I do fine one on one with my sister or my brother but get lost when we are all together. My sister is eloquent, elegant, and social. My brother is caring, loving, and supporting of his family. Why do I feel inadequate? It isn't like I compare myself to them. I have a job that I really do love overall. I have a husband that loves me. I have two grown and happily married daughters and four grandchildren figuring out life. I am healthy and pain free (other than migraines). This is just not a mental place I have ever been in. What do I want in my life in the near future, in 5 years, in 15 years? I guess that is a question I need to figure out. Sorry, that got deep. Would have put in spoiler, but can't figure out how…….
I find delight in my kittens even when this 62 yr old lady is climbing over 20' high in a tree to retrieve one that got treed by the neighbors dogs! Their antics are funny. They "race" me when I am house walking with much more energy than I have over obstacles. My DH might get worried if I started jumping onto the back of the recliner and racing across the couches!
My youngest grandson was just involved in his first car accident. His car is probably totaled, but he is fine. A senior lady turned left behind him and misjudged the turn. She turned into is driver side back quarter panel, this caused him to spin around into oncoming traffic where he was hit on the passenger side by another driver. Everyone fine other than the second driver who suffered a cardiac event most likely from the accident. I am just thankful that everyone is okay.
My oldest grandaughter just got a new job at a drug store as a cashier. At least this one is out of the food industry and has room for advancement. I am proud of her for going twice for interviews! She is my one with learning disabilities and social anxiety.
This got much longer than planned. Breakfast needs making. I hope your mowing equipment is ready for the season. We are currently 3 weeks behind. Could be less but down a mechanic again due to illness. It will be okay.
Thank you all for being here!
Hugs for all!
Healing thoughts!
Lots of Love!
Kylia in Ohio (though currently KY)
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🧀 In dramatic contrast to all of you who are intermittent fasters, I need to eat as soon as I get up. Unfortunately, I have two dogs who need to go out and "do business" and then come in and have their breakfast. Annie got used to Jake being on the couch after she had breakfast so she wants me to sit on the couch with her and throw the ball for awhile. It is generally 30-45 minutes after I get up before I have breakfast which is too long for me.
🥩 In another contrast, I generally eat the same several meals over and over and don't spend time planning and executing interesting meals. I avoid decision fatigue by staying with the familiar.
🍗 When we bought our Thanksgiving turkey, Jake wanted to order a second turkey to have in March. Yesterday I took the turkey out of the freezer to defrost. I'll roast it in a few days when it has defrosted. I'll eat some of it immediately and package the white meat in single serving packets to eat with salad or veggies over the next few months and use the bones and dark meat to make soup that I can freeze in single serving containers for later. My fondness for repetition will serve me well in eating the turkey.
😀 Rori I have had the experience of getting dizzy and lightheaded when I'm dehydrated. My solution is the be sure to drink water at scheduled times even if I don't feel thirsty. Jake had a bad experience once when he went to the grocery store first thing in the morning before food or water and almost passed out while in line to check out. When he told the doctor about it, the doctor said he should be sure to eat something and drink water before he got busy doing things.
😀 Allie Having an appetite could be your body's way of telling you that it needs some nutrition in order to heal.
😀 Kylia You are asking yourself a lot of complex questions. I know that I'm uncomfortable in the company of groups of people and much more mellow and content when I'm alone. Living with cats sounds heavenly to me. I've listened to a lot of podcasts about self compassion. Good luck on your quest for answers.
🍅 Today is grocery pickup day followed by a walk with my friend. It has been drizzling so probably won't work in the yard. Perhaps I can gather the motivation to vacuum or change the sheets—both are challenging with Annie helping me. They take longer than usual with her in the middle of everything.
😀 I've taken the first step on learning to use the battery powered mower and blower. I got the direction books out of the file cabinet and put them on the table where I can see them.
❤️ Barbie in NW WA
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Rosie FL - I think you will find that those men are either trolls or bots. I don't bother with friends, as Barbie said, and only have the ones I need to directly message with personal info, like a meet up IRL, or email communication.
If you see my Instagram post, please like it. It helps to spread it around a bit more. Pesky algorithms. 😅
Long chat with G today. P was driving us nuts yesterday. She wants us to wear a huge lanyard for our high-school year reunion. I flatly refused and suggested the smallest possible name badge. I prefer to have as little activity and communication with her as possible as her anxious thinking processes drive me crazy.
My friend B seems to have sold her holiday house in Northern Cyprus on the 1st day! They were queuing up with deposits! I hope it all goes ahead smoothly, with no slip ups. Her husband is now in his mid 80s, so they feel the time is right to sell.
I felt very virtuous this morning as I used the IP to cook brown lentils and then brown rice for a lunchbowl. Had it with cooked organic beetroot, feta, and lots of arugula. Yummo. I have put the extra cooked portions in the freezer, keeping some brown rice for tomorrow lunch. John likes a sandwich, or bagel etc, so today was my break away. 😂 I did make him a very nice wholemeal bagel with feta and tomatoes etc.
Love to all, Heather UK xxxxxxxx
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(((Kylia and Barbie)))
You both sound a little down today and I pray that your day will brighten!
.Carol in GA
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Morning, kids,
Restless night, but no tragedy… I can nap later if I want to. Cloudy morning, first one in a while. The humidity has bumped up sharply, and a front is coming in sometime in the afternoon, supposedly, which may be why every joint hurts like stink this morning. Who knows? Humans always want to blame something or someone for any negative happenstance, and I'm no exception.
Rosie in FL - You've made it back to us on your second day, so you're doing great! Lotsa folks never come back after their first post. Possibly because we're overwhelming as a group, possibly because they want, as Lanette noted, to just lose weight, not get into being healthy across the rest of their lives. 🤷🏻♀️Possibly because they just can't find us again! It can be a long and winding road to get here. Glad you made it back… 😉😂 And add me to the chorus of "don't accept strangers, especially males, on here as friends." I even went and checked on many of them. They're either mashers or bots out to get your info for hacking. If you don't recognize it as one of us, someone you actually do know IRL or someone you've interacted with on another community post, declining their friend request is always best.
Rori - So glad you're getting seen. Blackouts are nothing to mess with, no matter the reason. Scary as all kinds of ca-ca. And thanks for mentioning her. Egg is always happy to be the star. 🐈⬛😽😹 As long as it's on her terms.
Kylia - I can tell you that my physical issues, including my heart problems, definitely left me in a brain fog that I described as feeling like I was wrapped in cotton wool, trying to look out at people, exhausted all the time, and it affected my mental and emotional issues enormously. If you're not getting enough nutrition to your brain, whether because of heart issues or nutrition issues or anemia, it tries to shut you down and make you stop moving, so it can help you survive. Plus your brain is trying to accommodate a move away from a LOT of years of nicotine flooding the system. Hang in there, kid - and yeah, I had to bump my B12 back up, as well. Like everything else, I think that B12 levels are a very individual thing.
Tracey - Car trouble is one of the hardest things for me, because I have ZERO idea how the blinking things work. It's the reason I don't use Apple branded computers, because short of turning it off and on, could never fix things. I was able fix many software issues within PC-type computers, but not Macs. Car trouble makes me feel helpless, though, and nothing on earth will make me more frustrated faster than a car issue. You're dealing with it better than I ever would have. On another note, Michaela is such a lovely little person.
My granddaughter's birthday was this last week, and the crapweasel, waste-of-skin sperm donor made sure to turn her phone off as soon as they touched down in Georgia for her spring break. She waited until he left the house and was able to call her mom quick, which made me happy, while still making me terribly sad. But she's ten years old now, and she WILL remember how he's acting now. At least, that's what I keep reassuring my daughter. I just have no more words for that man that MFP will let me put in a post.
Tried putting a spoiler tip together and the formatting went coo-coo, so will think about that some more and try again at a later point.
Love y'all dearly,
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Kylia, are you my mental twin? You’ve described how I have been feeling exactly. Actually I’ve felt this way all my life. I never feel like I belong. As soon as I do, something happens to change that. To add to your description, when I get a tiny bit anxious at all, I ‘lose’ my words in conversation. Not so much when writing “or typing”, but when talking to someone. Hence, I can never win a verbal argument, I end up just walking away because my brain shuts down. Told my therapist this and she said the anxiety does it. Because of this, I always feel like I do not belong.
With all the family issues around me (2,000 miles away) I am glad I’m not right there with them. My depression and anxiety would be much worse than it is. I must let them handle their own problems. They are all over 40 years old after all.
Machka, thank you for the link to the review of Acorns. Until I read that one, I had only read positive reviews. But after reading more into it, it is more for a way for young people to invest. I liked the automatic feature of it, rounding up the charges, but I could simply set up an automatic deposit into another account without them knowing exactly how much I spend where. So not going to use it. Thank you for the info, helped me to make up my mind. I need a better emergency fund rather than investment.
Thought for today:
Why don’t animals in the wild play cards?
Too many cheetahs!
RVRita in Roswell
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Kylia - your pondering sound very normal to me. I was surprised not too long ago when one of my senior managers was saying she felt inept because of some challenging issues. When I told her I feel that way every day she told me she would never believe it. You view your siblings in very positive light, but inside they may well have some of the same insecurities. I think it is the human condition. You fatigue may be contributing. Give yourself grace and just work on being you.
Barbie-personally I like your approach to learning the lawn chores! Small step still get us to the destination.
Rori-I have had a couple of episodes of the dizziness, passing out (or nearly so). Dehydration may be part of my issue-I also have to watch for heat exhaustion due to thyroid meds.
Allie-I think you are doing pretty good for two weeks out from a transplant!
Lisa -for spoiler I type my message, highlight text, go to the Paragraph icon on the left and choose spoiler option after clicking '' option. Of course-I am not creative with formatting on here like many of you.
Tracey - it's too bad the visit is for such a sad reason, but you have been sounding a bit home sick-I'm sure it will be nice to see a familiar face and hear the accent!
Carol-I am getting same gateway error with safari but if I click in one of the other links from history I get in. I think I need to clear my cache for the site but haven't gotten around to it
Continuing to clear things out. Want some stuff done before surgery. Not going as quickly as I would like but it is moving forward. W#ant to get a walk in before rain hit in a couple of hours. They want me to walkout least 150 minutes a week prior to surgery (and do breathing exercises), but I prefer outside walking. Just wish it would get a bit warmer.
Don't know if this is bet way to load a picture or not.
She is such an imp!
Take care all,
Ginny in Ohio
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OOh those friends requests, that is annoying. I get like 4 a week just delete and don't pay them no mind. Just trolls looking for lonely old ladies to scam! The only downside of this site, because they are new members, their "friends list" seems to be all ladies that have fallen for the bait (of a handsome older guy mostly stolen ID profile photos). We are smarter than that, I wish we could report them!🙄
Welcome! Put your feet up, ask any question, vent, boast, whine, we gotcha!
Rebecca Whidbey Wa
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Thank you Barbie, Lisa, and Carol. I can always use prayers and hugs. Lisa- You described what I am feeling so perfectly that I started crying. I just want to feel more like myself.
Thank You all for always hearing me.
🥰
Kylia
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I might say I am an intermittent faster, but I do not do it every day. I would say about 50% of the time. Its usually a Mon thru Wed thing, then we shop, or I make a meal for husband that I want too, so I am not serious about it. Life is too short to lock me into any regiment for that matter. I do seem to buy the same things too. I definitely know what processes well. Oh that turkey will make some lovely meals! When I make my yummy chicken broth, I put some of the broth in ice cube trays so I can put in random things, make a mugs worth, or add to rice, or add while making instant mashed poatoes. My freezer isn't big so I can't freeze too much stuff though. Its just one of those above the fridge. Rental companies do not put fancy fridges in their units! My sister has a fridge with two doors plus two drawers underneath. The upper part has a screen that shows a calendar etc like its a functioning tablet. I am always sending her photos of other peoples drawers, making them a salad bar with containers to just open and create, or using one of the containers to make tiramisu.
Rebecca Whidbey WA
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Feeling hugged and supported.
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Good! You are! Mine was the perfect storm of anemia, which meant my body wasn't producing enough red blood cells to get the oxygen to my brain, and the 24/7 A-Fib, so the top part of my heart was flapping around in the breeze, and not pushing the blood where it needed to go. The combination of the two meant I was a lot sicker than I knew - but that bone-deep tiredness is a really big signal, too. As soon as it started again this year, I went back in and it turned out my thyroid needed the synthroid dosage upped to get it back to normal. Three things, and all with the same symptom. Tiredness. Allie had the same thing going on due to the kidney issues.
For EVERYone out there - TIRED IS NOT NORMAL. We've all been tired so much of our lives because of stressful jobs, families, etc., but a reasonable level of energy is an expected part of being a healthy human being! If that is missing in your life, there's a problem. Doctors don't like to listen to that, because to them, it's not measurable. Keep after them to help you find the reason, and if they don't listen, get another doctor.
OK. Down off my soapbox.
Love y'all!
Lisa in AR6 -
Awe Kylia, what you are feeling is completely normal. Your body seems extra tired trying to make sense of some things. I would be asking some questions.
Is your home a relaxing environment?
Is it a place that gives you peace, or a list of chores or projects?
Do you do more things on a daily basis out of obligation, or is it rooted in a desire to do them?
I noticed in my life that I found I was naturally weeding out tasks that no longer seemed important. Projects that I had, that I thought I should finish, but had no desire to do them.
Socially I have downsized as well. I just don't need the contact of lots of people in my life. Entertaining etc. Husband is pretty much done with people in general. I mean he's not antisocial, he is just happy in his chosen solitude.
I know minimizing stuff has helped the flow of my life. If you find yourself moving stuff to get at stuff, then rethink why the other stuff is even there, kind of deal. Every room has a purpose. Each thing in your home has its place. If you spend as much time shuffling thru stuff, that can be a stress and its something we don't even think about, but physically can make us tired.
You might just be a great communicator one on one, but in a crowd that's not fun for you, and that's perfectly fine. Your focus is distorted in the crowd maybe. When I am in the car with husband, my brain tries to listen to the guy on the radio, plus husband is talking to me. I just can't do both. I end up tuning both out. So I have been turning the radio down and choosing to listen to husband. Same if husband is talking and news is on the TV. I pause the tv or tell him to shuush🙃. You have your unique strengths as a person. Do not use someone else's yard stick to measure any of your self worth! You have a heart twice as big, and always think of others before yourself.💖👍🏼 Big hugs!
Rebecca Whidbey Wa
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Kylia - Can you find some time to rest? I know you have responsibilities, but your schedule would exhaust anyone. I can only do one or two things a day, and I nap every afternoon. I've always been like that. Any extra pressure sends me into a spiral of tiredness and depression. Our natural way of life from evolution is to spend a lot of time resting. If I have a lot scheduled, I get anxious, so I take great care to avoid responsibilities, deadlines, social commitments etc. I have grown pretty ruthless at saying no. No one seems to mind because they are used to me! Can you schedule a 'Do Nothing Day'? A duvet day? Anyone would be tired in your situation. I agree with Lisa, the body keeps the score and cannot be overridden. Listen to what it is telling you. Rest, sleep, rest, sleep. Lots of 😍.
Pleased with my two new bras that arrived from Amazon. I haven't worn a bra in decades. They crush my ribs. I have a very wide back, and a bulging upper stomach, so even the stretchiest bra kills me. I ordered XXL in a very stretchy fabric and I can actually bear to wear them, I think, for a few hours! 🤸♀️ In my enthusiasm, I tried them on with my new t shirt and shirt, and found it made a huge difference. Such a relief! I couldn't resist putting on my pink mirrored sunglasses with the outfit. Now to find somewhere to wear them. And the right weather.
Making my leek, spinach, blue cheese, and egg, tortilla tart again tonight. I'm going to add some fresh sage from the front garden, where it's taking over.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx
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Hi Gals,
Reading along, but not finding time to comment except in my head…. LOL
Rebecca - Both a bummer and a good chance to look back with the wisdom of time to that relationship. Glad it gave you and Lee a chance to do an outing you don’t usually do, and to have his support in what was a difficult moment.
Rori – so sorry to hear of your ER visit, glad you did not pass out while you were alone. Take care !! glad you got good care and can see your primary soon.
Tracey – if it’s the frame and not the mattress or box springs it should be pretty easy to find a functional frame, even if it is not “pretty” So great of you to open your home to her.
Sue – hope all is well, I love that you wish us well – figured I send those good vibs right back at ya!
Machka – 7 years! Wow you have learned so much, over come so much and taught us all so much. Thank you.
Debbie/Heather – it could be a “legal minefield” or not if D-Son is taking care of the dog in exchange for for rent that could work out about right to have a dog sitter for a month would run around $1200. And since he is living in the home, you add the cost of a housesitter, gardener, picking up mail etc. it might work out even. And really most household goods are of little value in the “used goods” market. The biggest challenge will be how the will/trust is written and if there is anyone who would contest it (the gal in Japan?) once MIL passes.
Kylia - I am so glad to hear that grandson is fine! That would have been so scary, and although the car is totaled it wasn’t his fault so maybe insurance can help replace the car. I am sending good thoughts to you, and would encourage you to not compare yourself to other family members – easier to type that to do!! - I bet if you asked your family they would feel you were valuable and were adding your own special gifts to the mix.
Friends on MFP - so like you all I get requests and delete them but I had not kept up on them and had 20 sitting there the other day so opened them up and interestingly 2 different names same picture and 4-5 others could have been the same guy just in different locations and clothing….each of course with their own name – so weather it’s a troll/scam/bot who cares - Delete was my answer. And I am not here to find a date, but to find supportive friends… You all my tribe!
I see a counselor weekly to deal with some PTSD and family challenges I am so blessed that my insurance covers this. I was very impressed that when I converted to Medicare and got all the Medicare issues fixed that they continued to cover this… Counseling keeps me able to move forward to put things in perspective. I know in some locations and with some plans this is not available, but if you think it would help please advocate for it, -- Can you tell I am a big fan LOL
This week a friend and I celebrated Christmas, we decided to not exchange gifts this year but to do an outing together. So Friday night we went to a Beatles tribute band concert. AMAZING it was Called Come Together: The Beatles Concert Experience. The band is called Mania. So much fun! I don’t do concerts often – cost of tickets and the crowds but this was in a local place that only holds about 550 folks, and the tickets were about $60 which seemed ok as a Christmas present. Especially as for our birthdays we went on a picnic.
Well back to work….
Thinking of you all,
Kim in N. California
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Ginny - Spot on! You said "
Lisa -for spoiler I type my message, highlight text, go to the Paragraph icon on the left and choose spoiler option after clicking '' option."To add to that, for anyone on their phone or on a tablet, you would highlight the first word in the text the same way you highlight a single word, by holding it for a second with a fingertip. Then, dragging the colored teardrop icon at the right side of that word down, you can highlight the whole paragraph, or many paragraphs. On tablet or phone, the paragraph icon (which looks like a backward p) is at the bottom of the text box. Select that, choose, the quote icon, and then the word "Spoiler," to put everything you've highlighted into a spoiler.
Nap time!
Love,
Lisa in AR
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Good to hear from you, Kim. My husband also goes to counseling once a week. He has many non-resolved issues from his childhood. I can see a difference in him and how he responds to stress.
The concert sounds fun, too!
Heather's question about the house made me think for a minute. No one moved into my mom's house while she was in hospice, but once she was in hospice, my niece and I started cleaning things out. My mom knew we were doing it, and we asked her at different times about different items. I don't know if it bothered her or not because sometimes when we talked about it, she suggested that we just pour gas on the whole thing and light a match. She really did not want us to have to deal with it all. But we were also the heirs. Kim has a good point about the will. I assumed it would all go to Debbie's DH, but I suppose it might not because of that cousin in Japan. I guess she could make a fuss, but I'm pretty sure she's not going to want old pots and pans.
Flea
Willamette Valley, OR
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Rebecca - I've been thinking about your friend who didn't want to engage after her performance. Had you been in touch with her - was she expecting you? A friend sent me photos of the group that got together on my 50th reunion. I wasn't there. I didn't recognize many of the folks at all — and a couple had been my best buddies. After a few days I went back and looked at the photos again and the haze started to lift, lol. Sounds like her mind was on other things and she was distracted. Might be fun to have coffee with her one of these days and reminisce.
Kylia - thank you for catching us up. 😍 Many good observations here from these fine ladies - hugs! I don't think it's unusual to totally blank out childhood memories. As a matter of fact, when I mention some childhood occurrences to my sister or brother, they often have no memory of it. And vice-versa.
Barbie - nice photo of Annie inspecting her watering can. I keep asking Rosie who's the boss of the house and she tells me it's her. It's been a learning experience figuring out who's the alpha dog around here since DH departed. I'm slowly winning. I think. I watched a lot of YouTube videos which helped me figure out the battery operated tools.
Lisa - I really appreciate your insight about being tired. That's me lately and I don't like it. It's probably a combination of the gray rainy weather that won't leave my area and the painful back problem which I've been dwelling on more than I should. This is the first time in ages I feel like I could nap continuously, probably because I don't sleep as well as I should.
Kim - always great to hear from you. That Beatles concert sounded like great fun! Glad your Medicare is straightened out.
Physical Torture (PT) - it's been rough couple days from the "workout" the Torturist gave me on Thursday. Not from the exercises - most of which I'd already been doing, but my thighs were protesting doing sit-to-stands from a 17" chair that he gave me as a fitness test. I can do them fine from a 19" chair. Honestly, if it weren't for the fact that I could grab onto the bathroom vanity with one hand and window ledge with the other to pull myself up, I'd still be sitting on the "throne." Friday and yesterday were dicey. I probably should have taken an ibuprofen and drank a gallon of water.
He told me the plan for next time is to have me walking on a treadmill at 10 degrees incline. I wonder if this means my calves and other leg muscles will be so sore I'll be unable to walk. 😮 I should stop by the gym and see exactly what 10 degrees actually means on a treadmill and maybe increase my calf raises. Or be prepared to tell him to back it off a little.
ACCKK!! Weight gain - what's this?? After months of being half a pound over or under 160, I was up to 162.5 this morning. I'm pretty sure I know why. 1.) eating when I'm not hungry. Snacking. 2.) eating many more carbs than I'm used to. 3.) eating too many salty nuts.
Reminder - please get Weekly Check-in info to me no later than tomorrow noon.
Lanette 😎
SW WA State
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Rori—What a scare! Glad you were able to get help. Sending positive healing thoughts.
Kylia-Hang in there. We are all here to listen if you need us. So glad your GS was Ok. That had to be scary for him.
Passing out/Dizzy-I have been having episodes lately where I get really dizzy if I stand too quickly or pop up after bending over. I highly doubt it's anemia. We are eating meat like teenage boys right now to help the mister heal. I check my BP regularly and it's fine. Blood glucose is fine. Don't know what it is. Do allergies do this to any of you? The pollens are swirling high these days. If the new vitamins don't work, I'll call the doc for a blood panel.
The ants are crazy right now. It's very early for this. I'm so tired of fighting them.
Tina in CA
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