WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR AUGUST 2025

Because everyone needs an angel in their life!

Carol: I might not be going at all on this trip if I lived closer to Atlanta! It was a very quick decision!

Middle GA has grown over the the past 30 years! When I first moved here my husband was in the habit of driving to a favorite bookstore in Atlanta. At least now we have a couple of book stores!

And even 20 years ago, the nightlife was slim. We hired a babysitter and went to a new local bar on a Friday or Saturday evening that had music. Well we tried to go…the bar was closed— on a week end night —for a private party. I was pretty emotional about this. I felt very stifled. My husband had to calm me down.

I would love to go to the Bahamas! But think I might settle for Lake Lure in NC!

Best,

Rosemarie from GA

Grandmallie: At least no pneumonia and your in your own place this evening. No sense worrying about surgery until the echocardiogram is complete. Do you have the energy to prepare meals? I hope you are comfortable this evening.

Best,

Rosemarie from GA

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That would explain why you're so tired.

Because of Rheumatic Fever when I was 4 years old, I've got minor aortic insufficiency + minor mitral and tricuspid valve regurgitation — heart murmur. Sometimes I wonder if all that contributes to me feeling tired.

Rebecca - we do get a fair amount of snow but legally to drive it has to be cleaned off anyway so it’s not there for long maybe overnight.This is my first Jeep, although the Dodge Nitro, was made like the Jeep Liberty.
I have never been stuck on certain brands, but I loved anything Pontiac made and had a few Pontiac models.I would ask to go up too, what a view it would be!

Heather - I am so happy with this purchase. The public transit here is terrible, I have taken a cab to work from here, but that leaves me stuck at work all day.
Were you always uncomfortable being driven?

Barbie - I remember you having a long commute for the last vehicle for service. I am fortunate to live in a city so have most things very handy. The big city is only 20 minutes away too if I need it.

Beth - I don’t know if I could laugh faced with the same situation I’ll make sure I know where my buttons are!
I can’t get on my knees any longer either for scrubbing floors. I struggle with the tub too. If I was to hire a cleaner it would be for those two tasks, plus the baseboards and oven. I have no problems with anything else. Those tasks always cause my hips and back to hurt.
Sorry your DH is facing surgery, hopefully it’s the minor of the two.

Lisa - good point, I left the cover open on my Nitro. I may have to do that with this too. I’ll see, I’m looking forward to it tomorrow on my drive to Kaitlyn’s.
I haven’t bothered for my commute to work.I hope Corey gets some rest this weekend.

Machka - I can eat harder things with my crown, but I worry about it and it’s never felt 100% comfortable to me. It always feels just a little off.
Maybe they aren’t supposed to feel that way. I’ll mention it when I get the courage to go see the dentist again.

Carol - I have not travelled to anywhere but the States and most of Canada.
The only reason I travelled and was so fortunate to see so much of the States is because I used to go on the truck with Rodger. I have been up and down the Eastern seaboard a few times, because we normally left Florida, to go to Montreal or Toronto so we would travel across and up instead of up the I-95.
In 1994 I travelled the longest trip ever. We left Toronto and went to California, we had to deliver in a very rough area. The security guard at the gate told me I was wearing the wrong colour shirt and I needed to change and told me what other colours to avoid. We left there and went up to Old Sacramento where we got laid over and played tourist for 4 days. Then we came back up to Toronto, but he took a different route so I could see more spots.
I have a whole album just pictures from that trip. I had him stop for me at every “welcome to” sign so I could get a picture.

Allie - Hugs hopefully they can get you in quickly so you don’t have the unknown hanging over your head. I always find that more difficult to deal with than the knowing.

Terri - I find it so hard to believe that it’s September in a few days!

I’m quite played out tonight so heading to bed early.I’m going to Kaitlyn’s for a sleepover tomorrow night and hope to stay up later with her.

Tracey in Edmonton

Edie was on terrific form yesterday. She so loves coming here, and never stops talking. She has got to the age when she is becoming more aware of the outside world. She and John had a formal debate about private education. It went very well. I think, at her age, it's nice to be listened to, and have someone take your opinions seriously. 'Being seen' is the jargon, I believe.

She and John did some painting, while I took advantage of 'body doubling' and framed my painting which has been sitting on the side, waiting, for months. I'm going to put it in the guest bathroom. I'll post it from my phone, but the real thing is much better than the photo.

I get so very tense when I'm working over a table, so I've been trying to get the tweaks out of my back this morning. I woke up early, head buzzing, so I did my writing before 5 pm, then my exercises. This morning I hope to get the guest bathroom all cleaned and set. Yesterday I washed living room cushion covers, and a couple of towelling robes forthe guests. I can't help myself! 😯

Edie helped me decide on one of my glass bowls for my cabinet. I keep crystal necklaces in it. Looks lovely. 😍

Bibi this afternoon. I will need to take a break. Didn't have one yesterday.

Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx

Heather: i love your artwork! I enjoy the elegance/simplicity of the white guest room. I live in Sketchers and also have sketchers sandals. Maybe they make a dressier shoe for the evening. I will look!

Tracy/Mo: My friend has a red jeep. Pretty bold.

Mo: There is much happening for you. Your Mom, your patients and the sciatica. Yes, do consider your mental health! I forget ..do you ever get outside at all??

Rebecca: My sympathy to your sister.

Michele: I had no problem with the passport! Spent more time thinking about the steps when it was really all pretty straightforward. My friend suggests wide crops/capris with sneakers. A friend of hers buys Khaki pants and pairs them with blue tops and blouses and still another friend purchases black pants and pairs them with white blouses. I am hoping for a little mixture in my cruise wardrobe. Especially in October..dealing with variable weather. I enjoy the links Machka has found!

Lisa: I would love a. plushier yoga mat as well!

Margaret Turk: I love the painting of the dog!

Annie: Wow! a 91 year old caregiving for a 97 year old! That is amazing!

Beth: Sad about the passing of the 57 year old Father. My sympathy.

Carol: Wow! And I use to think paying on line might not be safe! I am so sorry this is happening!

JenLovingLife: Lovely picture. I was in Sedona in the 80s! I swam in the pool at a Best Western and looked at the Red Rock.

RVRita: I went to a new hair dresser this week. Been with the former hair dresser 10 years. I felt guilty but wanted a change!

Machka: Sorry about the dental work!

Cruise planning is doing better! The agent set up the WhatsApp and 2 ladies shared their excursions with me. They each had different excursions and I had still different excursions. So I am changing 4 excursions that I had signed up for at 9 when the cruise line opens. I am keeping 1 excursion that discusses the Myth of Hercules. I am looking forward to this!

Several in this group already traveled together on a cruise this year. Another lady is on a trip in Ireland now. They must have the travel itch. For me, this is a once in a life time trip!

I plan to try and walk 4 miles at least 3x a week to prepare for this trip.

Best,

Rosemarie from GA

Just a couple more tips:

• Get travel insurance. Hopefully you won't need it, but you'll be glad you have it if you do. We always get travel insurance when we leave our country.
• No American flags. No flags at all, but especially no American flags.

I love travelling and definitely have not done enough of it!!!

I've visited and cycled in the following places:

— Canada: BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario
— Australia: NSW, Queensland, Victoria, ACT, Tasmania, South Australia, Western Australia
— US: Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Washington, West Virginia, and Wyoming (33 states)

— UK: England, Wales, Scotland
— France
— Belgium
— Taiwan
— Japan
— The Netherlands
— Germany
— Luxembourg
— Switzerland

I've just visited (but did not cycle) in the following places:

— Hong Kong
— New Zealand

Canada: Quebec

US: Indiana, Michigan, Nevada, New Jersey, South Dakota, Wisconsin

I've seen Greenland from the air, have caught a glimpse of Italy from the Aiguille du Midi high mountain viewpoint looking at Mont Blanc and surrounding area, and were a stone's throw away from Spain when we were exploring the Perpignan, France area. Long ago, I was also at the US/Mexico border when my father took a wrong turn - so I've seen Mexico. 😁

So much more to see!!

Machka in Oz

At about $3000 a piece, my mouth is worth between about $12,000 and $15,000 (4 or 5 crowns).

I'd prefer to use that money for travelling!!

Machka in Oz

Morning all

Got a call from cardiologist office my regular cardiologist is on sabbatical,but they have others covering for him

.so waiting to hear back about an appointment

.so long as im laying down im ok but if I get up to walk anywhere I have to hold onto things and only go short distances

Missing my dear friend Junes funeral,but spoke to her daughter she totally understands

Tom will give condolences for me

The kids this morning

Tracey … have that crown checked by your dentist. They are never supposed to feel "off." Most likely it is set too high. I've had that problem before and now don't leave the dentist's office until whatever work has been done "feels right."

I tend to laugh at most situations in my life or otherwise I'd be crying all the time! Seriously, I make a choice to be a positive person … mostly because I live with two "Eeyores" … but also because it helps me get over negative situations more quickly. My mom has settled in at the nursing home, in part, because she has a quick laugh and sharp wit.

Barbara … how are you feeling?

Kelly … thinking of you too …

Beth near Buffalo

Flowers to brighten the day!

We have Bea here. She's playing Scrabble with John at the moment, so I got a nice rest.

Earlier, we had a painting session, and she painted a picture of cheese, because she LOVES cheese, (as she told us several times)!!! I made a card for some lucky person. Haven't decided who yet.

All going well. She so loves playing with John.

Duck legs in the oven. I've seasoned them with Za'atar, and have put a few tiny potatoes in with them. Tenderstem broccoli with it.

Tomorrow I will be cleaning the bathroom, but I don't have masses to do. Last minute hoover. I might buy some flowers.

I've been sent an appointment for a covid and flu jab in October. Just two days before the cruise, but I usually only feel a bit off for half a day. I've accepted it. Plus some old friends want to meet up in September. I've suggested lunch at The Regency. They are dog and cat sitting for their son in Portslade, near here. The husband had lung cancer, but is doing well.

Love to all, especially Allie .

Heather UK xxxxxxxx