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Rori - Wow! I think everyone has a story from that day, but to be right in the midst of things must have been quite emotional. Usually, when I traveled to New York, it was to visit those offices in World Trade II but we were visiting a client that day. We were lucky to have a rental car so we were able to drive back to IA.…

DJ /Heidi – I was touched by your talk of your wonderful husbands. DJ – I admire you and your husband for being able to maintain such a great relationship for 47 years. Heidi – I admire you for the strength to end what was not a good relationship on friendly terms and for the courage to give it another try and succeed in…

Rosie/Terri/Cheri - All your husband stories sound so familiar. Everyone just loves my husband! If someone else invites him to a social outing, he is happy and excited. If I ask him to go to a movie or out to dinner or maybe even just out for a bike ride, his typical response is "do we have to"? Our lives focus so much…

Katla (@Katla49) “I am of the opinion that straight v gay is really not a choice for most people. It is wired into their biology. Faithful v unfaithful is definitely a choice and the individual is responsible for that.” Well said! :) I do have a funny story on that topic. So, my daughters and I watched the movie Hot…

I've suffered from migraines since I was a child but they were worse when I was younger, probably because I can now tell when they are coming on and try to treat proactively. Eating well and staying hydrated seems to lessen the frequency and severity of my migraines. When I feel one coming on, exercise actually seems to…

I've had to skim and skip again in order to catch up, but I think I'm finally caught up again after my busy long weekend. Somewhere I missed Penny's picture. Can someone tell me what page it is on so I can go back and look? Mary/Margaret/Gayle - Looked like you were all having fun together. I do get up to Minneapolis…

Well, I only checked in briefly one time this weekend and I think others must have been busy too. I’m only 258 posts behind and I didn’t think that was too bad. I need to vent and I know this is a safe place to do that. I love my mother and I’m very happy that she is healthy enough to still be able to come visit me and my…

I was doing so good keeping up with everyone's posts and then I missed just about a day and a half and oops - 133 new posts. Now, my mom just rang the doorbell. She and her hubby are here about a half hour earlier than they said but that is pretty typical for them. Anyway, just wanted to pop in to say hello and hope you…

Just popping in for a quick hello. Don't have time to respond to all the posts, but I've been reading and am thinking of you all. I did want to share this that a friend of mine shared with me today. 5 Optimistic Thoughts That Will Change Your Perspective on Life 1. Everything happens for a reason - Sometimes the reason is…

Dang - I accidentally posted on the August thread. Reposting here. Joyce… (((hugs))) You absolutely have the right to be angry. It is a completely natural reaction to all that you’ve been dealing with. Feel free to dump all your feelings here with this group. I’m praying for you and Charlie daily. Mia… Have you thought…

Joyce… (((hugs))) You absolutely have the right to be angry. It is a completely natural reaction to all that you’ve been dealing with. Feel free to dump all your feelings here with this group. I’m praying for you and Charlie daily. Mia… Have you thought about selling some of your items on Craigslist? My hubby does that all…

Good morning! Just popping in for a quick hello. Took my monthly measurements and I'm down about 1/2" in most areas, so I'm happy about that. I use a Jawbone UP24 for my fitness tracker and it pooped out on me yesterday. Just stopped logging steps at some point in the day even though I had charged it just a couple of days…

Well, spent the entire day working around the house and only checked two things off my ToDo list. Just hate it when I think something is going to take an hour but it takes all afternoon. So have lots to get done this week. My mom and her husband are coming to visit this weekend and my daughter is coming home from college.…

Well, it rained through the entire first half of the football game. Then it let up just in time for the band to do their halftime show. Almost all the band parents left after halftime. We were soaked, our kids were done, and our team was winning 53-0. Not much reason to stay. Who was it that asked about protein for…

Just popping to say Happy Friday! Seems too early but the first high school football game is tonight and I will go watch DD#2 march in the band. Prayers going out to Joyce and Charlie for a quick and full recovery, to Margaret for being able to help your son through his struggles, to Carol for being able to stay positive…

Maryann - I am a technical relationship manager for a bank which sounds fancier than it is. I support our International offices in Canada and Latin America for anything they need that is technology related - phone systems, network, laptops, etc. But I don't actually do the work, I just have to know who to call to get…

Good morning! Perms - oh, the memories! I have naturally straight, fine hair and had many a home perm growing up. I know I have a picture buried in a cupboard somewhere. If I can remember to dig it out, I will post it here. Terri - What a great honor for your son's HS Bowling team! It will be a memory you will all cherish.…

Good morning and Happy Wednesday! Sylvia - The story of your "legendary" cake made me smile. All your love went into that cake and you should be proud that your DGD loved it so much. DJ - I read something today that said we are all prone to our ups and downs, but if you have been stagnating for four weeks or more then you…

Barbie & Miriam - thanks for sharing the pics. Love seeing them. JanetR - have fun in that RV Kim/N CA - I think with all the activity you do in the morning, you are just not getting enough calories in the morning. Maybe you can add some morning calories and eat a smaller lunch or dinner. And make sure you are getting…

I actually looked at those online a week or so ago but was confused by all the different options. Then I decided I should start with the 5 and 10 lb weights I already have at home. Once those get too light then I'll look for something. But I'd be interested to know if you like them. Linda/IA

I was wondering if on the days you walk the dog for 1 1/2 hrs, could you cut that to an hour and get in a half hour of other exercise? Seems less than ideal since the dogs probably love the long walk, but an hour walk is still giving them some good exercise. Linda/IA

Have you thought about a Visa gift card? Downside is there is usually an activation fee you have to pay but plus is that she can use it at any store that accepts Visa. Linda /IA

I am also the middle of five children. An older sister, older brother, and two younger sisters. One sister is just one year and 15 days younger than me. I often wonder what people thought when they saw my mom, six months pregnant with a 9 month old baby and two other toddlers. :# There's a 4 year break before the last…

I did Google it and I did laugh along with you. :D Linda/IA

Have you ever tried More magazine? It's not an exercise magazine specifically but the target audience is women age 40 and older. Linda/IA

Morning and Happy Sunday! Made myself an egg white omelet for breakfast, having a little time with the Foster kitties, and now I need to get some work done around the house. Tonight is a potluck and parent meeting for all the show choir families. I am leading the parent meeting because I am the Booster Club VP supporting…

Way to go Lori! Not only have you found inspiration in this group but you are now providing motivation for others of us. :) Linda/IA

I was in exactly your same spot a year ago and now I've sent my oldest daughter off to college. Luckily she is only two hours away and I will see her in another two weeks. Cherish the upcoming senior moments. This year will fly by quickly. I have to admit, I had a small breakdown and cried my eyes out after talking to my…

Thanks for the B12 suggestion. There is a vet tech at the shelter and I have a call in to her. Hoping she will call me back tomorrow. Right now, we are continuing with the pumpkin and trying to put some probiotics in her food as well. Linda/IA

Well, I got behind on reading posts again and so I just skipped from page 49 to the end. Life has been busy as we prepare for the start of school again. Seems like every activity has "camps" before school starts. And they all have parent meetings or family potlucks to attend. Show Choir parent meeting and potluck is this…