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I am feeling extremely fortunate. My power went out for 2 hours Wednesday morning, but came back on and stayed on. I never lost water supply and the boil order for water was lifted this morning. I have no frozen or broken pipes. Temps were in the 50’s today so the roads are now clear. It was a stressful week wondering what…

Winter arrived this morning in Texas. I skipped both line dance classes today because roads were icy and I have no driving skills with those conditions. It was great to be able to just stay home. I received my second Moderna vaccine on Tuesday. I had more of a reaction to the first shot. I couldn’t lift my arm for 2 days.…

I did receive the COVID vaccine today. The process was extremely organized as reported. It took just under an hour, which included the 15 minute wait afterwards to make sure you had no adverse reaction. It was very helpful to be tech savvy. They applied a sticker to an admittance card with a QR code. Once you scanned it, a…

Debbie - My deepest sympathy for your sudden loss. I was just notified by my county that I am scheduled for the vaccine on Wednesday morning. Texas has opened vaccines to those that are 65 and older. I understand that the process is very organized now and does not require waiting in line for hours once appointments were…

It is snowing in N Texas! A rare occurrence. My first job outside of babysitting was as lifeguard and swimming instructor for $1.15 / hr in the summers during high school. I worked 70+ hours per week, with one weekday afternoon off. I didn’t have a driver’s license until after graduating hs. My mother would take and pick…

@SuziQ I would take my own food and drink, and extra food to share or choose not to eat while there. If I needed to use the restroom, that would be the time to go home. Cathy in Arlington, TX

Most of my exercise is in the form of line dancing. I attend up to 6 classes a week at the local Y, but it can easily be done at home. It doesn’t seem like exercise when I am dancing. The link below is a playlist on You Tube used by one of my instructors. There are over 200 dances ranging from beginner to intermediate. I…

Thanks for the recommendations. Margaret, you echoed what I heard after the colonoscopy yesterday from both the nurse and the doctor, eat plenty of fiber. There is a new book by Naomi Whittel that I am going to check out ‘High Fiber Keto’. Lanette, I like the red wine suggestion the best! I have tried kombucha and am not a…

Oh, I wanted to add a few recommendations for a movie and books that I have recently enjoyed. Movie: The Etruscan Smile, I rented it on Amazon Prime, but is also available on the cable channel Starz. Books: Both by Beatriz Williams, ‘Her Last Flight’ and ‘The Secret Life of Violet Grant’. I borrowed the e-book version of…

I had a colonoscopy today. My last one was 3 years ago and 8 polyps were removed. I was extremely happy that there were none this time. Since I have mainly been eating a keto diet since the last test, I was very curious how this one would turn out. I know my gut micro biome is messed up since I finished a 10 day course of…

Allie, Prayers for you.

Michelle, I have this pedometer sitting in a drawer that I’m happy to ship to you. You would need to replace the battery. I’m pretty sure it has the features you are looking for. It had a lanyard to attach to clothing in case it falls out of your pocket. Another option would be a runner’s belt that is used to hold phones.…

A short video of the line dance party. https://share.icloud.com/photos/0ZQGpRxLWA6ViwNdBBusxiw_Q

Hello, I am also a Scorpio. My birthday was last Wednesday. My 10 year old grandson made this “lovely” birthday card. I had lunch with a few friends at a beautiful tea room to celebrate. One of my line dance classes had a costume Halloween party on Friday. I went as Wonder Woman. I joined a Holiday Challenge that started…

I completed the 10k Wonder Woman virtual run on Saturday. I ran/walked on the treadmill 6.2 miles in 1:32. Training moved indoors due to the Texas heat, 104 - 105 a few days last week. I need to look for another virtual run to stay motivated. Still attending 5 Zumba Gold and Line Dance classes a week at the Y. Masks are…

Barbie - Thank you for the new month’s thread. June was a good month for exercise. I registered for a virtual Wonder Woman themed run. I signed up for a 10K and each Saturday try to increase mileage slightly. Last Saturday was 6 miles using walk/run intervals. Currently running 55 seconds and walking 2 minutes 35 seconds…

I have been eating keto since 9/2016. I lost 60 lbs in the first year. I maintained the loss until October 2018 when I went off plan and regained 20 lbs. By October 2019 I had lost the regained weight and have maintained since. I did not exercise during initial weight loss, but have consistently since March 2019. I am 67…

Hi Kelly, and all. I am doing very well. Like some others here, staying home alone was no problem for me at all. My weight fluctuates up and then down 2-3 lbs, so have maintained. I have been consistent with run/walk routine 3 days a week. Longest length was 5 miles last Saturday. On alternate days I walk in the…

1. Where are you from originally? Fort Worth, TX , have only lived in Fort Worth, Grand Praxiteles or Arlington, TX. All within a 15 mile radius. 2. Do you eat breakfast? If so, what did you eat? Just coffee with cream, sugar alternative and collagen 3. Do you prefer to dine in, carry out, or cook at home? Usually cook at…

Sharon, Angel is a Mini Australian Shepard. She is 10 years old, I adopted her when she was 4. She I very low key and the sweetest dog. She weighs about 25 lbs.

My afternoon project was Keto Mini Cakes using almond and/or coconut flour - lemon with lemon frosting and and chocolate with peanut butter buttercream frosting. Each cake is 4 servings. With hot weather approaching have also experimented making whipped or Dalgona coffee. My isolation partner, Angel. Shopping: I have…

My opinion is that the statistics regarding the number of virus cases is highly inaccurate and under reported. Locally a man that lived in a retirement community - village (Masonic Home) was hospitalized March 10-11 and diagnosed as having double pneumonia. He was not tested for C-19 because he had not traveled. He was…

Here is a resource for line dancing at home. Move to the 5 minute mark to get to the dance lesson. You are supposed to be able to access without membership to Facebook. Virtual line dance class Posted: 17 Mar 2020 05:46 PM PDT Ira Weisburd is having a virtual line dance class every Tuesday morning from 9:30-11:30 am CDT.…

I meant to thank those that commented on my weight loss. I believe Arlington has the distinction of being the largest city in the US with no mass transit system. We drive everywhere. The walkability score is very, very low. Thanks for the Seattle recommendations. I love art glass so Chihuly will be a must see. I am headed…

KJ - I would love to get together the next time you visit. Barbie - I am indeed very blessed at the opportunities to dance in my area. Late last year a new friend from line dance kept nagging me to go to the senior country & western dances held bi-weekly at the rec center. I did attend several and danced with a very nice…

This is my experience with classes both at the Rec center and YMCA. Cathy, Arlington, Tx

In January, I joined a Medicare Advantage plan through United Healthcare. The fitness program is called Renew Active. I have been able to join the local Rec Center, YMCA, and a Lifetime Fitness gym all at no cost. In addition I can order $40.00 of OTC medicines quarterly at no cost. I can also earn up to $115 in gift cards…

Hi Ladies, It has been a while since I have checked in. A little about me, I am 67, 4’11” and retired since Aug 2017. I have been following the keto way of eating since Sept 2016. A snapshot of my journey is attached below. This highlights the reason keto needs to be a lifestyle change instead of a temporary diet. I have…

Celebrated my Mom’s 91st birthday today. I made a keto Italian Cream cake, even though I am the only one in the family following the keto diet. My brother said it was the best icing he has ever had. Cathy, usually in Arlington, TX, currently in East Texas.

Height: 4’11 Highest Weight: 175.8 9/23/2016 Current Weight: 120 12 Week Goal Weight: 110 Ultimate Goal Weight: 110 Weigh In: 9/23 120.0 9/30 117.8 A very good week for both exercise and food. Exercise: 3 hours of line dance classes, 1 hour of Zumba, 3 strength training sessions, 3 hours country western dancing. Food: