WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR MAY 2025

Last early evening I was able to chat with youngest sailor son in San Diego a long while, and then for a bit, eldest son in Japan on his lunch hour (Tues). Here's all of us.💖👍🏼😁

love technology!

Doing well at sisters these days. Getting my dog and cat loving in. Trying to eat well, but not getting as much water in as a like, but that's on me. Just going and doing. She did get me hooked on a tea that's made with a small packet of lemonade mix, a glug of pure lemon juice, some honey, then a mint and peach tea bag seeped in a sports bottle. Then mix with a long spoon. It is called a "medicine ball" at Starbucks and you have to ask special for it.😁👍🏼 But you can make it at home too. Very refreshing and what I would call a bright flavor. Good when you have a scratchy voice but really anytime.

Yesterday my first real food came at about 5:30 pm! I don't really eat breakfast but I do have my protein iced coffee. So it wasn't that I was empty. My sister had some scrambled eggs and toast which I politely declined. I wasn't hungry then. Then we went up to Salem where her son and family live and we helped them sort clothes they had collected for a yard sale they were having. Some bags were from other people. They're raising money for their middle daughter to travel to Washington DC next year for a school trip. So the day earlier my sister and I had gone thru her hoard of jewelry and weeded out all the stuff she would never wear again. She about 5-6 boxes of various sizes. We cut card stock and punched small holes to insert earring and clasp necklaces to make it easier to sell for her granddaughters. They are 8, 11 and 13 now. She used one of the girls presentation board, covered it with fabric using adhesive, and had pins to pin the tags on it. After that we all did a puzzle. My nephew has a puzzle table with drawers for the pieces, so my sister, nephews wife, my niece that had come to help, and I were in puzzle world! With puzzle etiquette, (no looking at picture for guidance, that's cheating! Gotta do the outside edges first etc.... No liquid on the puzzle table, makes sense! I sipped on my peach tea the whole time. Everyone ordered fast food and I declined. It was a fun day but sister and I were tired when we finally got home from sitting in folding chairs or hair kitchen chairs all day!

She cooked up taco meat, with Rotel tomatoes in it, a new thing I have never done, and we had a nice taco salad. Then each a Costco cookie. It put me over in fats for the day, but I was ok on calories.

Nothing like the pie charts I make at home. My plan is 40% protein, 30% fats, 30% carbs. I'm am doing my best here but I am fine.👍🏼😁

Rebecca Whidbey Wa

Family having fun on the Isle of Wight. I don't think Edie is dressed for rock pooling!

I'm beginning to move my jewellery into my room. Slowly getting organised. Still lots to do.

Duck was heavenly.

Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx

stats for the day-

Walk w/family- 1hr 51min 22sec, 12432steps, 67elev, 2.73ap, 79ahr, 95mhr, 5.10mi= 491c rocky walked the whole 5 mi
Strava app= 619c
ROUVY home spin bike- strava stats- 1hr 22min 14sec, 117aw, gear22, 40.7amph, 99ahr, 129mhr, 55.82mi= 427c
Strava app= 551c
ROUVY stats- 1hr 22min 9sec, 117aw, 63arpm, 40.7amph, 55.82mi= 551c
ROUVY home spin bike- strava stats- 6.32min, 116aw, 43.8amph, gear22, 101ahr, 121mhr, 4.76mi= 43c
Strava app= 43c
ROUVY stats- 6.32min, 116aw, 43.8amph, 4.77mi= 43c
Walk kids around park- 8.04min, 898steps, .35mi= 41c
Strava app= 42c

Total cal 1002

1701.06 miles ahead

since I had a good enough cushion of being in first place as far as the miles go, my ORIGINAL plan was to go back to the gym 3 days a week and start running. But with yogi and his situation, I will be staying home so I can watch and be close to yogi. We cancelled our pismo trip because there is always a possibility that he might pass over there and that would be messy. I talked kirby into keeping his trip to Vegas so he will be gone from the 1st to the 6th. I also got a quicker appointment with a different vet for tomorrow at 2pm so Kirby will be able to go too.

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Pip – my heart goes out toyou and Yogi (and, of course, Kirby). What a wonderful thing you are doing by staying with him. (((HUGS)))

After work went and played mahjongg since it was raining out. Today was a sort-of lucky day. I found 5 pennies in the parking lot where I parked my car, maj’d twice, and then went to a store to see if they had any more of the cookies Vince liked (they were on sale so I really didn’t think they’d have any). They had 3 bags!

Took a walk around the block then worked some on the tissue box for my girlfriend. Other than that, not much going on today

Michele

Amazon - we still have an account as it’s part of the bundle with our cable but we don’t make as many purchases as we used to. The prices have footed higher it seems. In saying that, they have been here 3 times this week but because I can’t find items in store for a reasonable price or the product at all. It’s the first time in probably 2 months we’ve used the account though.

Lanette - I am very stiff and sore upon waking too. I think we need a new mattress.

Allie - It’s nice to read that you are feeling some energy!

Rosemarie - your trip sounds wonderful.

Pip - I’m sorry about Yogi. He will be missed.

Debbie - I can’t believe your Mom still does all of that gardening. It’s a lot of work.
I have to say regarding your DH not feeling well. When I was finally out of the stressful situation I was in from work , I didn’t do much for a couple of months. I literally slept off and on all day everyday. I think your husband has been under terrible stress for years now, it makes sense he needs bed days. He’ll probably need quite a few of them. I’m surprised you don’t too.

Rebecca - I’m so happy to read about your visit with your sister. It’s so nice that you get along so well and well done on sticking to your guns and her respecting it!

Heather - I loveJohn’s communications too.

Barbie - it sure would be warm here knitting a blanket.

Pip - Hugs to you.

Michele - with all of that luck you should have bought a lotto ticket.

I went to the city for my lunch, which should have only taken 1.5 hours, but ended up taking 2 thanks to construction. I had to pick up the tickets and my cap and gown for my grad on Friday.

I also stopped and picked up the old phone I gave Michaela a few years ago. There was a deal on that they would buy old phones. I figured I might get 10-15 for it and was pleasantly surprised when I received $50. She is getting her brother’s old one. She doesn’t have an actual phone, she plays games and listens to music on it.

I got home late and had a friend pop in for a surprise visit. She is thinking of buying a place here in the park.

It’s late again, and just starting to wind down. Tomorrow night I need to just chill.

Tracey in Edmonton

Good Luck, Mo, with the long shifts. May they be uneventful. 💖

I'm going to go into Hove today to get my watch battery changed - at last! I will also call in to Tesco for their fabulous porcini and truffle oil mezzaluna. Best commercial filled pasta ever. I usually boycott Tesco, but I make an exception for this, and their Polish sausage. 😛

While reshuffling my jewellery yesterday, I found a pair of earrings that I haven't worn in over 40 years and completely forgotten about. Red enamel. 80s vibe. I like them, and intend to wear them when I'm in all black, or all navy, with a red lipstick. 😂 I don't know if they will irritate my ears, but you can buy stuff to paint on. They are heavy, so for a couple of hours only. Lunch date, anyone? 😍 I feel as if I have discovered buried treasure!

Still a bit rainy. I might have to wait for my outing.

Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx

Machka con VERY grats on taking off those litres of soda! Love “Welcome to the chair.”

Mandy I have to log every bite, lick or sip to progress. And getting a food scale was a real eye-opener. Good luck!

Heather, love the spruced up front, the porkpie pics and the chair!

Rebecca what you said about too many ”goal clothes” and for self loathing. None of us need more of that!

Sue ((hugs held extra extra extra long))

Michele sure hope Jess can find an alternative for her dog, a dog sitter, a boarding facility, something. 23 hrs/day crated is no good.

Pip (((hugs held extra extra extra long))) In Boise, that service was called “Gentle Goodbyes.”

Debbie ((hugs held extra extra extra long))

Beth I dread the day when DH and I must get new phones. [shudder]. As for mattresses, we used to sleep on Mama and Papa’s old mattress. When we replaced it we found a price tag: $79.95!!!

Rita safe travels!

Carol thanks for “telling the bees.” We don’t have hives, but will whisper to the bumblebees.

Lanette “garden French manicure” LOL!

Kay con VERY grats on busting through your plateau. Love hearing about Possum/Lavender and your mom.

Rori trail ride in RMNP, Wow! Well done! Love the pics, thanks!

Lisa glad to hear you’re recovering from the procedure. Hope no storm damage, that is a LOT of lightning.

Kylia can DH’s not being happy about parking places, etc, just be… without being your fault? Or does he actually verbally blame you? Boundaries, darling, boundaries… So glad you finally got some relaxing time. ((hugs))

Tracey thanks. I’ll pass your mom’s regrets about not getting hip replaced on to N to encourage her to address her knees before it’s too late…

Margaret Brava for being open to Tracey’s info about knees below hip levels.

Kim, your goal about appreciating and being kind to any caregiver, yes this. Another of mine is to keep smiling even when I don’t feel good. We’ll see…

Barbie, thanks. Just put holds on Death on Tap, Murder on Cape Cod and How to Solve Your Own Murder.

The new “Classic Fit” exercise class IS different from the Better Bones and Balance class. She focuses on muscle groups, more than dynamic balance. Will keep going as I need the external discipline of a class. Know I won’t do the BB&B routine on my own. OMG found my non-existent abs Monday and they’re still talking to me two days later.

Pg23 but time to snooze,

Later, lighter, lovelies!
Barbara, the Southern Oregon Coastie AHMOD

May focus: Just one thing from the OMG room
2025: Chose NOW: to move more than yesterday (5 sit to stands every potty break no excuses), fuel better than yesterday (hold that after dinner sweet down to two pieces of dark chocolate max), open heart and mind before mouth

Proud of GD! MVP for jr varsity high school track team!

Good morning,

I honestly don't know how they manage when I am not at work. SMH! I can't tell you what I actually got accomplished at work other than answering questions. Oh well.

Had my eye appt yesterday evening. I have been having a hard time seeing out of right eye especially. The scar tissue from cataract surgery has gotten bad. They will lazer that out of right eye on June 17th. Made my DH eye appt plus my followup as well. SIL says none of us has time to work between appointments-lol!

Pip- continued hugs held tight.

My weight is still steady. But this too shall pass. At least not continuing to go up.

Love all the support and suggestions!

Take care of yourselves! You are all worthy!

❤️,

Kylia

Morning all

Slept pretty well last night..and now have to get a few things done..today overcast the high will be 74 but im in a sub terrain condo,only one side of my condo faces outside.

So today im dressing in layers because its 60 degrees and feels damp

Good morning.

First night on the new mattress … I don't like it. My hands and arms were numb (falling asleep feeling) all night long. My back, however, did well. Husband is still in bed, so I'll see how he did later. We have to sleep in it 30 days before we can exchange for another.

You should have seen how much dust came out of the old box springs! Oh my. While the delivery guys were working at the speed of light, I did get a quick vacuum before the new foundation was placed. We have never allowed the dogs in our bedroom (my allergies), I vacuum regularly and the dust was still disgusting. Of course, the bathroom project contributed with drywall dust, but still. We have wall to wall carpet and I'm rethinking that for the future.

New cell phones are glitching … not everything transferred correctly. Trying to verify the cell carrier account with a text code and the cell carrier keeps trying to send to an iPad number. Sigh. You would think they knew not to do that. Not all phone trades registering on the bill. Billing errors. I'll be on the phone today with them.

Pool guys were here bright and early and are just finishing up the season opening of our pool. So far things seem to be going well. Keeping my fingers crossed.

Did a lot outside yesterday (mowing, weeding around young shrubs, weed eating) and my muscles are still shaky this morning. Even though it's battery operated, the weed eater gets me every time. More evidence that I need to get back to exercise.

Shower door is to be delivered today. The toilet paper holder install didn't go well. ??? We even used their provided template which was wrong!! The shower door is the last thing and I'll be so glad when that project is done.

I think I've grumped enough.

Beth near Buffalo

Heather, that John of yours is so precious! I love how he loves the grandkids. I can see why they adore him.

Congratulations to your granddaughter, Carol. I am not surprised at all that she received this honor.

Yes, the senior trip is still on, minus one parent chaperone. He is not in jail, but he is no longer in town, and there is a no contact order in place. I told my son he must be on absolutely best behavior and not cause the parent any concern and be helpful. He's planning a couple meals he can make, and he promised to behave impeccably.

That's about all that's going on here. Weather has been lovely! I should get my car back this Friday after nearly two weeks in the body shop. It's been nice not driving, but I'm a wreck as a passenger, so I have avoided going out at all. I've had hot chai delivered to me from every other driver in the house at least once over the last 10 days. Lol

Much love.

Flea

Willamette Valley OR

Good news from the certified arborist yesterday, mostly. The wound on our young Giant Sequoia was likely from a raccoon or squirrels. It did not go through the cambium layer. He saw no evidence, holes, sawdust etc to indicate a bark beetle infestation. A little natural dieback due to shade from surrounding Sitka spruces, but altogether not in danger. Hooray! IF we see another beetle, take a pic and send it to him. If, God forbid, it becomes infested, only “treatment” is to remove the tree ($600+) to save the rest of the forest. He noticed that what I thought was a white fir, was really a Douglas fir in decline, likely due drought. If it doesn’t survive the summer, it will likely stand ok though the winter before threatening the house. $1600 to take it down safely but leave the wood, more if we want him to clean up. Young, vigorous, knowledgeable and grew up over the next ridge, so I trust him. Did NOT take him around to the front, nor did I utter the words “defensible space.” Praying no nearby wild fires until after I get my teeth paid off.

Rita many many thanks for the daily funnies. Shared the “where I draw the line” with my line dancing buddy who’s laid low by a stroke. She’s an engineer so would really appreciate the maths…

Rosemarie so glad to see you popping in. Whooshing healing to your Mom.

Pip words fail. (hugs hugs hugs)

I’m STILL sore around the middle from Monday’s Clasic Fit class, but will pull up my big girl panties and go again this morning. Only partway through pg 24.

Later, lighter, lovelies!
Barbara, the Southern Oregon Coastie AHMOD

May focus: Just one thing from the OMG room
2025: Chose NOW: to move more than yesterday (5 sit to stands every potty break no excuses), fuel better than yesterday (hold that after dinner sweet down to two pieces of dark chocolate max), open heart and mind before mouth