WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR DECEMBER 2025

Afternoon all

Took a nap today feel a bit better,so the Ocupational therapist is coming tomorrow, and they are bringing blood pressure cuff and other things with a tablet that is Bluetooth enabled so they can keep an eye on my vitals

Michelle, I use L’Oréal Revitalist also, but prefer RoC. I use the Derm correction Firming Serum Stick with Advanced Retinol, plus RoC night time cream and also day cream. The Firming Serum stick is something new, but works for me. I use the serum twice a day then top with the appropriate cream. I prefer using the same brand. I tried Revitalist, but don’t think it works as well as RoC. Walmart carries both and the price is about the same. I use both every day. The desert is very dry so need it all the time. I’ve only been using it for the past year and love the results.

Bought some cute Christmas earrings to help me with my determination to enjoy the Holidays. My son calls almost every day and is celebrating 50 days clean today. I congratulated him profusely to boost his ego. He needs all he can get in this process. My DH is very depressed. The holidays are worse for him because his 2 girls have not called him or visited him since the first 5 years of us being together. We are on 32 years together this year. AND most of my family stays in touch with me. That really bothers him. We have the name and address of his oldest daughter and I’ve reached out to her for him, but she replied for me not to ever contact her again. I wish I know what happened between them.

Enough of this depressing talk. Lucy is doing great. I’m sorry I talk about her like my child, but she almost takes the place of my children. Reminds me of the kids when they were small!

Thought for Today:

• What kind of cheese doesn't belong to you?
•  Nacho cheese.

RVRita in Roswell

Tomorrow we hope to have a viewing with 2, 4 bedroom homes, and son can still live with us when he gets out of the Navy, help with rent, and his stuff can stay with us, and not in a storage unit.

Rebecca Whidbey Wa

We are now looking at 2 of the larger homes, and hope to view them tomorrow. Son wants to stay "a unit", and has no problem helping with the rent. Financially it will be better for us. The sons stuff can just be put in his room. It will be 4 years until he gets out of the Navy now.

Rebecca Whidbey Wa

Hi Everyone!

Rebecca, I am so sorry they are doing this to you. They are basically giving you only 90 days to find the right place, pack up your house, and move during the holiday season. They are a bunch of scrooges. I am packing up my house, and it does take time. I am so glad you cancelled your order for a washer and dryer. If you did get one, it would be going with me.

Congrats, Lisa, on your paid subscriber!

Heather, I hate handling that stuff.

Carla, are they making you move around at work? They should help you move.

Tracey, you sound like you need to rest. Take it easy and don't overdo it.

Flea, the soup, and the black beans and rice look good.

Lanette, have you ever posted a picture of Rosie?

Carol, how are you doing?

Well, sorry, I have to leave abruptly, but my head is hurting again, so I need to lie down.

XO,

Mo in Mississippi, it is very cold today.

Yes, we're 1540 sq feet including our garage which we've turned into a gym — all one level which is lovely. We don't have a basement - few houses here do.

Our place is a nice size because it's not huge, so there isn't a lot to clean, but it is designed so that it uses space well.

We've gotten rid of a number of things and are continuing to do so. Makes the place look a little more spacious.

I used to think I wanted a big place, but not anymore.

Machka in Oz

I got the acceptance letter for the new supplemental plan with Medicare. In the middle of enrollment they dropped silver sneakers. I am staying with this insurance for now. I know the clinic I go to is in Network. The Y is considering a reduced fee for those that lost our silver sneakers due to this sudden change.

Rather than say our health care system is a mess I would say why aren't we asking why so many people have chronic illnesses and the drugs being used to treat them are hundreds of not thousands a month.

When I looked into the different plans as part of the application process they asked how much health care do I think I need for next year. They had low, medium, and high. For those my age four prescriptions a year was considered low. Right now I am on none and there was no box to check none.

I have been on the mindset for sometime now that the buck stops with me with my health. In the past five years I have assessed my lifestyle and my relationships. I can no longer afford to eat poorly, overly expose myself to toxins, relationships that appear to be one way.

One of the you tube video I watched said it is important to protect your peace. As I get into situations that rattle that peace I am still learning to take a step back and think what is the best next step.

@margaretturk

"I have been on the mindset for sometime now that the buck stops with me with my health. In the past five years I have assessed my lifestyle and my relationships. I can no longer afford to eat poorly, overly expose myself to toxins, relationships that appear to be one way." Couldn't agree more!! It's not about fitting into a certain size but about living whatever years I have left being mobile and strong. I recently was speaking with a neighbour who asked why I enjoy riding my bike. She said- ew, too painful. I thought- you don't know what you’re missing!

Picture of some of the boys running in for their daily ration of grain:

Made my list of to dos today and it's a little long. Where does the day go?!

Flea- I thought the berries were beans! Berries much more appetizing.

Heather- your health care system sounds much like our Canadian system. I am being "interviewed" on Dec 24 for a position with a new family physician. What the heck?!?!

Michele- we can't keep a winter coat on Stormi. She has gotten out of 2 (like Houdini) and hidden them.
I was vaccinated for rabies my first year of veterinary school. The government checks my titres every 2 years. Haven't needed a booster dose yet. Sounds like the veterinary shortage is present in your area as well. It is at a level here now that is becoming an animal welfare issue.

Debbie- hope your tooth pain is getting better.

Lanette- I am very grateful having my grandkids so close.
Every horse on our place is vaccinated for rabies. Some sales require it. Lots of hand in mouth when bridling. Dogs are as well but we can't catch the barn cats. Too wild. Wish I could give them an oral vaccine.
I like being direct as well. I do a lot of customer service type calls in my role. Sometimes get yelled at. I have been trained to listen and empathize. I goes a long way.

Take care of yourselves 💕

Melanie, Alberta

Rita - so happy your son is doing well. Prayers answered. Sorry to hear about your DH's depression over estrangement from his kids. His kids will probably realize when they are his age how much it hurt him. Lucy is a great kid, absolutely!

Tracey - What a nice birthday for MIL. So cool that fella bought her scratch tickets. I might be wrong, but I bet MIL hadn't been treated this nice in a long, long time.

Rebecca - it sounds like there's a variety of houses available for you to move to. It's fun looking, hope the right one pops up.

Mo - here's rotten Rosie sitting on T's lap. I thought I had a close up photo, but am too lazy to look on the other computer, lol. Hope that headache feels better soon.

Here are Rosie's tricks after years of training. Nails it:

Lanette 😎

SW WA State

Hello, my friends,

Rebecca, as each holiday goes by, I am packing it up—the bedding and all. I am wondering if I should pack my summer clothes too. It has been so cold lately, down to 27 degrees F. The highs will be in the mid-50s. Keep Christmas stuff out and pack it up after Christmas. I am washing DS stuff now, and I will sweep and mop our rooms. DD asked for a "Teal Christmas tree". I love Christmas. Don't pack it up now, it will take away your joy. There are so many other things to focus on in the next 3 months. Pack Christmas up on the 26th. While looking at houses, take in the decorations, too, and listen to Christmas music.

Lisa, I hope you find just what Corey needs and put some hand warmers in his stockings. Would he wear a scarf if you made it for him?

Flea, I was so tired while reading that I didn't read the description properly, and look at the oatmeal (muesli) and the blueberries. That did look yummy. My tummy loves oatmeal and blueberries. I have been craving black beans, too.

Debbie, I love sticky rice too, but I try not to eat much rice because of the arsenic it contains. My friend L sent me a large bag of rice, but I never used it. I do not know how to make sticky rice. I usually make the boiled rice in the bag or the microwave.

Lanette, I am so glad you enjoyed that clip. Teddy the golden retriever is so funny with his antics. That is why I love Rita's jokes, because laughter is so important. Now, I want you to stay inside until they catch that bear. My friend got attacked by a bear, and she was in the hospital for weeks and had some PTSD as well. She moved from CO to Wisconsin afterward.

Michelle, I love your slippers. I saw some ceramics that I want to send you as a gift, too. Email me your address, and I promise I won't stalk you.😂 Even though I did grab some recipes from your Facebook page. mcmillonmonique@gmail.com. Anyone else who wants to send their address can use my personal email.

Beth, I haven't heard from you. I hope all is well. I am curious, did you get a new mattress?

Carol, sending hugs as you navigate the task of organizing your life.

Kim, I hope you are doing well.

Kate, I love your family photo.

Heather, that pool was massive! If I had been exhausted from swimming across that pool just doing the front stroke, let alone the butterfly. What an athlete Edie is.

Melanie, I moved to Chicago from California in 1989 to live where it snows. I loved snow; it made me happy to see it. Your snow is beautiful, but I just don't know about the cold. I need to purchase some thermal underwear and snow boots, too. I hate that I threw out mine. I used to figure skate and actually sweat.

Yesterday, I had muffins, sugar-free cupcakes, and egg bites for breakfast. I froze them all. So, I can eat my egg bites when I get off from work in the am. Next time I do it, I will take pictures. Well, I need to continue packing and organizing. I have been working from home too. I will chat later.

XO,

Mo in sunny but cold Mississippi