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These are some of the exercises that the physical therapist prescribed to me for sciatica: Lay on your back with your knees up (the bed is okay for this if you don't want to have to call a crane to get you off of the floor.) Put your right ankle on your left knee. Then use both hands to pull your right knee towards your…

I researched this the last time that I donated. You burn 600-650 calories replenishing the pint of blood that you donate, and this is spread out over a couple of days. So, it is probably ok not to eat extra calories, but if you find yourself more tired or hungry than usual, you could up your intake by a couple of hundred…

Thank you. It is the Kansas state motto, so I have been told about it since first grade, and have always found it very inspiring, so I added it to my signature on Kansas day this year. It reminds me daily to keep going after the prize. They just added it to the Kansas license tags this year also, to my surprise, so I see…

I sent Wanda a personal message a few days ago, and got a reply, so I know she is ok. You might try sending her a message too.

Glad you jumped in! Welcome and here's hoping for a healthy lifestyle for all of us!

I have stayed in my calories today, even though I ended up unexpectedly going out for lunch. Hope everyone has a great weekend!

Just breezing through, but thought I'd raise my hand - I am a crocheter, knitter, sewer, quilter, etc. Happy Friday to all!

Welcome! Come and join a very supportive group of women on the 50+ thread - here is a link. http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/99344-women-ages-50-for-june?page=11#posts-1398233

Welcome and good luck! Come and join a supportive group of women on the 50+ thread. Here is the link: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/99344-women-ages-50-for-june?page=10#posts-1395419 Here's to smart choices!

First, congratulations on taking a pro active approach to changing your lifestyle. You have made a courageous choice, and you should be commended. That being said, If your food diary for the past 10 days or so is accurate, you should probably consider changing your eating patterns. Try to consistently eat at least 3 meals…

Hi all! I am, as usual, very busy but wanted to check in. My health/fitness/food goals for the week are to plan a menu that lasts at least until the end of the month, make a grocery list, shop, and start getting into a summer exercise routine. Hope I can find a balance soon. Barbara - I will try to find time later to post…

Hi all! I am, as usual, very busy but wanted to check in. My health/fitness/food goals for the week are to plan a menu that lasts at least until the end of the month, make a grocery list, shop, and start getting into a summer exercise routine. Hope I can find a balance soon. Everyone have a great evening!

Here's one of my no cool whip favorites. You can use whatever fruit you like - I have even added canned mandarin oranges. I serve it for company, and they never think it is "diet". Do you get reduced fat crescent rolls there? http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/Mixed-Berry-Pizza

OnMyWeigh - Happy Anniversary! We just celebrated our 36th last week. How many years for you? Glad you got a day together, and way to go on the weight loss!

I am back from my camping trip. We had a great anniversary (thank you all for the well wishes). Spending time alone with hubby just relaxing in our lawn chairs was pretty awesome. I tried several new grilling recipes, and ate well all week. Amazingly enough, I didn't even gain from eating the two slices of pan pizza that I…

Well, I am back to the real world. Before I forget to say it: Welcome to all of the newbies, it is great to have you, and I hope to get to know you soon! Mayra - good luck on the interview. I hope that you find a great job very soon. Do you have daycare lined up for your little one? And on the subject of wasting food: one…

Just put this on the May page, so I will repost: Just stopping by to tell you all goodbye for a little bit. I am leaving in the morning, and camping at the lake until Sunday night. I told my husband today that I am taking steaks to grill for our anniversary tomorrow night, and actually plan to eat one for the first time in…

Just stopping by to tell you all goodbye for a little bit. I am leaving in the morning, and camping at the lake until Sunday night. I told my husband today that I am taking steaks to grill for our anniversary tomorrow night, and actually plan to eat one for the first time in about 18 months. But no potato - I bought fresh…

I suppose I need to introduce myself again after such a long absence. Sorry about that. I have been incredibly busy. However, I finished the school year on Friday, partied, picnicked, and visited the zoo for my grandson's birthday yesterday, and sang at church this morning. My daughter took us to Subway for lunch since…

Since Thanksgiving, and I have tried many things. I just keep on keeping on and don't let it get to me. At least I am not gaining!

Sounds wonderful! Thanks!

I think that I am better. I am still sore, but not as much. I think that I will be limping for a while though. My head is tender to the touch, but otherwise fine. Thanks for all of the well wishes! Hope all have a good night, and what precious new babies!

Just breeing through tonight, and marking this for later. Have a good night all!

I made this recently for a group that I had for dinner, and everyone loved it. I couldn't afford the blueberries and raspberries, so I used red grapes cut in half and drained an individual sized mandarin oranges. http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/Mixed-Berry-Pizza

Just got home from my big trip. Had a good time with mother and sisters, lovely dinner theater, and a blast at Stars On Ice (our seats were actually on the ice!) This morning, when loading the car with all my mother's, mine, and 2 sister's (both disabled) stuff, I managed to fall down my daughter's apartment stairs. Hit…

Welcome to all the newcomers, welcome back jg, glad to hear from you Leigh, and glad to see Chrissy. Smadag and Deb, howdy as usual! Just got home from my big trip. Had a good time with mother and sisters, lovely dinner theater, and a blast at Stars On Ice (our seats were actually on the ice!) This morning, when loading…

Just breezing through on Mom's computer, saying howdy. So far the trip is pretty good, only had to stomp out a few fires. Tomorrow will be the real test. See you all later!

Just breezing through on Mom's computer, saying howdy. So far the trip is pretty good, only had to stomp out a few fires. Tomorrow will be the real test. See you all later! Oh, and welcome Farmangel - glad you found us from my message!

I consider today a success, because I cooked a big dinner for company, and still stayed under my calories! Woo hoo! Happy Mother's Day to all!

A quick note before I go to bed: I will be away for a few days. Tomorrow I am leaving from church, and going to my Mom's to take her and my two sisters to a dinner theater for Mother's Day. Then on Monday I will take the three of them to Kansas City to see Stars on Ice. We will stay at my daughter's apartment. Pray that my…