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Just stopping by for a drive-by check-in. Dry January continues to go well. 13 days in and have not been tempted to get off the wagon yet. Holding the line weight-wise. The days are getting longer and I should be able to get some walking done in the evenings Planning a little caregiver R&R for the weekend. Looking forward…

Just stopping by for a drive-by check-in. I am somehow managing to keep in good spirits, upbeat at times, even considering the depressing situation at home. Dry January continues to go well. 13 days in and have not been tempted to get off the wagon yet. Holding the line weight-wise. The days are getting longer and I should…

Another recommendation for hiking poles here. I'm a seasoned citizen and I use them regularly. Takes some stress off your hips and knees. They also help with balance and stability in steep or rugged terrain. I sometimes forget them and I regret it every time. I walk and hike with my dog whenever I can. She is trained off…

Thanks to all of you who shared your photos. Seeing them inspires me to get out more. Let's keep this thread going!

I appreciate the kind words, @BCLadybug888 and @Pdc654. The best feature of MFP is the community and encouragement and both of you are shining examples of that mutual support. That support keeps my spirits up on the dark days. Thank you.

Hey, y'all. Starting the New Year off right. Headed to Onederland. Now to cross that border and never go back.

Just checking in. Same old same old here. No change in my spouse's condition. She has good days and bad days. I love it (not) when the person with memory issues decides to argue about whether she has taken her meds. I keep flirting with Onederland. Time to cross over that border and stay there forever. Did get three days…

Yes Yes, this group is active. Stop by regularly and join in the discussion. Bookmark the thread to make it easy to find on return visits. It's mostly seasoned citizens here, but no one is checking your ID. All are welcome as long as you mind your manners. 😁

The Snake River valley viewed from Lizard Butte.

Rock formation at the pool below the falls.

Blondie has been getting too many biscuits and not enough exercise lately.

From today's hike.

@ridiculous59 - Thank you. 😍 Your guidance was just what I needed. We'll be on a groomed trail, so my hiking boots should work fine. I'll try to remember to post some photos after this adventure. 😁

@ridiculous59 - Love the photo of your dogs in the snow. I have my first ever snowshoe hike scheduled at the end of the month. What do you use for footwear? Rubber boots? Waterproof hiking boots? Any advice is appreciated. Thank you.

Great idea, @IslandGal3.This thread was very active and entertaining in the past. I'll try to contribute something, too. Happy New Year, one and all!

Greetings, all. I haven't posted here for awhile. Welcome to all the new people. I believe that the mutual support and community is the best feature of MFP. No significant changes in my caregiver situation. My wife's condition continues to deteriorate slowly. She is in constant pain. It's hard to watch, but I try to…

Thanks for the encouragement, @Yoolypr. I'm blessed that my children also help out as needed. I'm lucky that I don't have to bear this burden all alone.

Greetings, all. Just checking in. No significant changes here. Caregiving continues to be a challenge. Starting to feel like a grind, every day. I don't know how people do this for years on end. The breaks and an outside social life help, but the realities of the situation are never far from my thoughts. Have been diligent…

That's right, @BCLadybug888. I showed that pie who's boss! 😁

Greetings, seasoned citizens. Late night check-in. My weight remains stable. Logging meals most days. Still need to get back on a regular exercise program. We got through Thanksgiving without any major problems. My wife tires easily, though, and so the visit with family was cut short. Ate sensibly, (other than multiple…

Thank you for starting this thread, @TamiVsTheTrail. I like to hike, too. I will be checking here when I can and posting some photos from some of my hikes.

As always, thank you for the kind words, Ann. Regarding therapy/counselling - I joke with the counselor constantly. She says, "Is this how you envisioned spending your golden years?" And I tell her, "I'm the guy who said I would never set foot in a therapist's office. Yet here I am." I will tell anyone in a caregiver role…

Bumpity bump bump. Lots of good information in this thread.

You might try a weight trend tracker like Libra or Happy Scale. I use Libra and find it helpful. Helps you see that downward trend, even when you have a slow week.

Greetings, all. I haven't checked in here for a month or so. Good to see so many of you continue to strive for better health. No major changes here. My wife's health continues to deteriorate slowly. It's so frustrating to watch someone who won't do anything to improve their condition. It's existence, but I can't call it…

Yes, Karl, the atmosphere in the ballpark was electric. The fans didn't stop yelling and chanting 'til the game was over. Good luck to your Phillies, Karl. I will watch the rest of the playoffs because I'm a baseball fan, but I'll have to root for Cleveland now.

Greetings, all. Trying to check in here more often. To @sandramarshall200, @trekkie123, @ridiculous59 and @karlschaeffer - Thank you for your kind words and your encouragement. You remind me again that the best feature of MFP is the community and the mutual support. 😍 Like @SbetaK, I'm 68 and still working. The work…

Greetings, all you seasoned citizens. Haven't posted here in a while. Life is still chaotic. My wife's cancer remains dormant, but she is not doing anything to improve her general physical condition. It's very frustrating, but watching her slowly deteriorate has made be very aware of the need to keep moving and active,…

Great deer photo, @AnnPT77. Very rare to get that close. I usually just see the white tail flagging me from a distance. 😁

Greetings, all. I haven't checked in here in weeks. Good to see you all are sticking to it. No significant change in my situation. We took my wife to California over Labor Day to see her family. She stayed with her sister for five days after we returned. That was a welcome little break. Finally back to walking the dog most…