WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR NOVEMBER 2025

Barbie - I just realized I don't have an analog thermometer here in the house. Both of mine are digital. Getting one that shows both F and C is a great idea. For those of you whose culture records temperature in Celsius, do you ever refer to a day being 22.2 degrees? Or just round it up or down to the nearest whole number? I haven't been paying attention but don't recall seeing decimals.

Heather - so glad you were able to make the appointment. Hopefully an X-Ray will give a clear indication of what's going on. Glad your son is out of his boot and can resume driving.

Margaret - I agree, we have to be careful with our comments on social media. I never announced that my DH passed on social media. Those who needed to know were notified right away. I still sometimes post comments on FB that make it seem like he's still here, lol.

Rebecca - I enjoyed seeing the photos of Lee and the kids on FB. YOU, being spouse and mom of kids in the armed services, served too!

Here's the first photo I received of my DH who was in Vietnam, 1969. We were just pen pals back then, didn't meet in person until several years later. Courted via snail mail.😍

Lanette 😎

SW WA State

A big salute to our veterans here. 💜 Thank you for your service and for our freedom.

Lanette: My DH was in Vietnam (USAF) a couple years before yours. Didn't realize you were penpals before meeting. How sweet.

Lisa: I think you asked a few days ago if any of us were travelling soon. Yes. I'm heading to Morocco on 11/18. One stop in Montreal before connecting to Casablanca. I'm holding good thoughts and appreciate any and all good vibes and prayers you ladies can spare. I have always been a very lucky traveller, so hoping by the time next week rolls around, the airport chaos will have quieted down.

Heather: Glad you're getting xrays on your knee. Mine were negative, so I'm continuing the soft tissue injury treatment protocols: heat, PT, topical pain reliever and compression sleeve if I feel I need it. Today I did the PT exercises and it was a achy, but overall, it's better every week.

Hope those of you in the path of storms stay safe. No snow here. It's about 65 F = 18.33 C. The mountain towns west of me are slowing opening up ski resorts.

I'm working in the Press Box of the hockey game tonight. I love this post because I get to schmooze with the media guys and gals. Some are mature aged codgers in suits banging out articles for traditional sports channels and papers. Then, there are the "social" staffers who look like they got out of high school yesterday and have the fastest phone typing fingers I have ever seen. Growing up, I wanted to be a sports journalist, but it wasn't an option for women. Just being around them now is fun, though.

Stay well, friends. We can do this.

Rori, Colorado Foothills

sent a text to former hubby- wishing him a Happy Veteran's day.
He was in the Coast Guard when we were married then National Guard and then Air Force- retired from their a few years ago.
Told him he is my favorite Vet

Hello Ladies,

I had a lovely week without a student. I got to love the babies/toddlers after I heard that one of them coded and had to spend a couple of nights in the PICU. I had to love on him, and he put his hand on my face and smiled. The other nights, he was so tired that he was asleep before I went to work and slept all night. The one we call "Angry Bird" was up and angry. I managed to calm him down and get him to sleep. Then the one that they say is mean is a teddy bear. He has Down syndrome, and I love those babies because they are so loving. I got him smiling, and I hugged and loved on him, and he was hungry for love. His parents decided that he was too much for them, so they are not going to learn how to care for him. So he will also go to the facility, as will the others. We had an episode where, after I gave a bedside report, he twisted around so much that he pulled his trach out. So we all worked together to get it back in. The last two nights, I let him soak in the tub, and he slept so well afterward. He was good. I parked my chair right in front of the door to make sure he was fine. Yesterday morning, I had to weigh and measure him, and he tooted so hard he shot poo at me. I screamed, and then everyone laughed. I also held and loved our new fluffy baby, and he took it all in. He stopped crying and went to sleep in my arms.

Heather, I am going to try to cut down my carbs as well. I have been suffering from Acid Reflux and constipation. Then I have to take Milk of Magnesia. I am currently on the highest dose of Pepcid and Prevacid. I made breakfast tacos with a folded egg as the shell and the meat and spinach with cheese as the filling. It was good. And feeling. We will see.

Michelle, how about meat and veggies on a skewer, served with rice for everyone? Italian chicken was my go-to dish. In the crockpot, add raw chicken, one jar of your favorite sauce, and one packet of Lipton Onion Soup Mix. Cook on low for 8 hours or High for 4 hours. Serve over rice or pasta. I served it with garlic bread.

Tracey, as far as I am concerned, the way they treated your MIL, they can squat in jail. How will you all clear her name for all those loans that your SIL got in your MIL's name? Can a report be filed so they cannot obtain any more squatter's rights? For all they know, your MIL was away on holiday and asked her SIL to pick up some supplies because she is staying longer. My heart breaks for your MIL, DH, and you. I am so sorry. Give them extra hugs, and give yourself a hug from me. I genuinely believe that you could all benefit from some therapy. This is hard on Roger as well as your MIL. When they hurt, you hurt. I also believe that attending ceramics classes will be therapeutic. Hey, speaking of crafts, maybe Michaela can make a bottle like Heather's grands. Kaitlyn and Brody are excellent, too. I do pray that they get pregnant one day.

Lanette, you are a sweet person. If someone were knocking on my door at night, they would be knocking until their arms fall off. If I am not expecting you, I won't answer the door. Someone was banging on my door while DH was out of town at 4:00 am. Rose went bananas. I didn't even think about going to the door. I had my phone ready to call the police. The man left, and all was well. A month later, he came back banging on my door. DH was going to answer it. I told him not to do it. I explained that Next door, they said someone did this to a neighbor and beat them up and stole jewelry and money.

Lanette, your DH was mighty fine.

Lisa, you are pretty busy for someone who is retired; in fact, you all are busy bees. I will always see hummingbirds differently as well. I love the tomatoes. I didn't get any this year. The ones I got that year were a surprise because I hadn't planted any of them.

Kim, I hope all is well with you.

Rory, you look radiant.

Barbie, Annie is starting to mature. I am so glad you are dancing again.

Carol, it is cold in Mississippi as well. It was snowing in Chicago, so DH had to drive slowly all the way to O'Hare in it ( He is flying out to Maine and Massachusetts for work.) Stay warm and safe, Carol—Snuggle with a good book.

Stingray, what would you like us to call you? I was born and raised in Southern California. Welcome to our tribe.

I am going to see if I have a picture of my dad when he was in the army. Margaret, it was so lovely to see a pic of a centurion.

Carla, can you DM me your address?

Pip, take it one year at a time to make a decision. You may want to run a full marathon at 75, because you can.

Beth, I hope all is well with you.

Rita, Hugs.

Flea, I bet it is fun teaching and getting the days off when your kids did.

Melanie, you guys are so funny. The squirrels do the same dance for my dog, Rose. Rose had a friend over without my permission. It was a goldendoodle. I feel bad for him because he is dirty and matted. It looks painful. He wanted to come in, but he would have to have a bath. I would keep him, too. Goldendoodles and any other dog should not be mistreated like that. Your Stormie sounds like a character.

Rebecca, excellent presentation on your meal. It looks like a restaurant plate.

Okie, I hope you are done with that project for your holiday decor. Some decorate right after Halloween.

Barbara, I hope all is well with you. How is Trumble now?

Allie, I love the pixie cut. It is interesting to see how medications can affect hair growth. Getting older does it too. S Miles and S Delia are so cute and busy.

Machka, I can see clearly out of those windows. You are really getting through your projects.

DH is doing exceptionally well in his job. The amusing thing is that King Coil noticed he had taken the position. They asked if he would work for them in January if they offered a better package, and he told them that he was flattered, but he is happy where he is. Now I need to work on my Illinois license so I can move. So far, I don't see anything I like. I missed out on the position I wanted because I wasn't yet licensed. So we will see. I do love my new temporary position here in Mississippi, but it doesn't start until January 4, 2026. We currently have only one baby at the facility, and he is extremely spoiled. So, if the others can stop having emergencies, then they can join the other one in 30 days. Now that the government shutdown is coming to an end. Have a great night, everyone.

Xo,

Mo in Mississippi

Very pleased with my dinner tonight. I threw the lentil patties together yesterday morning before work. All kinds of yummy things in them. Air fried it tonight. A twice baked potato which I split with hubby. Plant based cheese (read: vegan junk food) and plain soy yogurt. Balsamic vinaigrette rubbed kale with some brussel sprouts, asparagus, and freshly roasted chickpeas.

I could eat those chickpeas all night long. I soaked the beans while I was at work, then cooked them in a pot of water with garlic and smoked paprika. Drained them then tossed them in oat flour, cumin, and garlic powder. And roasted at 425 for 45 minutes. They are absolutely the best, and so good for me.

Much love to all.

Thanks to our vets and those who love and support them.

Flea

Willamette Valley OR

Mo - Thanks, darlin'. I WAS just a baby, not yet able to make a single good choice, just the choice that sounded good at that moment. Like smoking. More on that (might trigger some):

Sherry in TN - I think we cross-posted - Glad you're doing well with the nerve block, hope PT helps you leap forward, so to speak. It was awesome for my recent issues with my rotator cuff.

Not a lot going on at my house - just got my "good morning" call from Corey, and now it's time to get on with my day. Nearly finished with one cardigan, just have to get the pockets finished. Debating on a placket on the front and buttons. I don't put buttons on all of them.

Night before last I had a dream that showed me what I want to do for my daughter's quilt, and I was able to hold onto it long enough to sketch it out on paper. I want to at least begin on that, if nothing else but getting a template built for some of the pieces I want to create.

The designer who lives at the back of my brain was also getting overtime, apparently, because I came up with a possible way to build a soft-sided but sturdy box-type container by braiding heavy yarn and using some of the iron-on interfacing I have. I didn't even know I was trying to figure that out! 🤷🏻‍♀️👀😂😍 Need to go get that sketched out, too.

Weather's turning warm again today here, s'posed to be up in the 70s (20-25 C) every day for the next few weeks. Hope it gets nice where y'all are.

Later, my dears,
Lisa in AR