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Post by daffodilsusan on Feb 1, 2017 12:01:12 GMT
This thread was started before the dawn of time by Amazons who needed to compare their stats with other Amazons. Over time it grew into a community of incredible women who try to keep their spirits in the clouds and their feet on the ground, moving toward health. Most of us start at 5'7 and go up from there, from young singles to wise and lively elders of the tribe. We welcome newcomers who are willing to be kind and share a bit of their lives.
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Post by daffodilsusan on Feb 1, 2017 12:09:13 GMT
Good morning all. Just a quick note before I head up to the treadmill. The title this morning is my ready, set, go for getting the ball rolling again. Tracking, water, walking, meetings (I hope) and in general the things that worked for me last spring. I've slid back up the scale some and am actually a bit above where I was last year at this time. The actual number is duly noted and recorded. I've told MM what I'll be doing and anticipate full support, especially after he has his annual physical today and gets a similar nudge from his Dr!
Time to walk! I'll be back later.
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Post by eatwelltexas on Feb 1, 2017 13:03:10 GMT
Quick good morning.
We have a community service field trip with the DStus this a.m., so I am Academic Lite today. And I get to wear jeans and tennis shoes.
Susan, I hope your calendar page is bedecked with lots of happy success stickers by month's end.
Time to pull it together.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 1, 2017 14:36:07 GMT
Good morning and raised mugs to my two coffee buddies! I slept in, trying to make up for two exhausting days.
Susan, good for you, getting MM on board with you. DH and I currently look like Jack Sprat and his chubby wife.
T, enjoy your easy day. You deserve it!
Linda, re: Three, it's simply a matter of his not being able to get enough calories, especially now that he's walking (running). It's slow progress, but he's happy and healthy, so we can be patient until he gets the hang of taking more by mouth. He gags on anything with a lot of texture.
Guess what day it is? Hair day!
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Post by melinda on Feb 1, 2017 15:07:53 GMT
Yay for hair day & T's jean day. Today is no meeting day today. Yesterday was crazy busy.
I decided to actually make a recipe. It was a chicken stir fry. I bought all kinds of seasonings that I don't normally use and even cooked up some long grain white rice from scratch. It was so good.
I'm with Susan on this new determination. My big thing is cutting out bread and sweets. I didn't do so well on the sweets last night. I have cookies in the freezer that keep calling my name. It's hard to just have one.
The rugs I bought for the new RV don't work so I'll need to keep looking. DH has been busy taking care of all the little touches. He hung a mirror yesterday and installed the two little shelves by the couch. He leaves on Feb 11 depending on the weather.
DS2 called me this morning. They are all so busy leading their own lives that it's always nice to hear from them. He works nights & so it's hard to catch him at a good time. Hopefully I get to see him on these days off.
Have a great day ladies.
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Post by mcatintx on Feb 1, 2017 15:16:17 GMT
Aloha, Long and Lovelies!!
Nancy, I'm so glad to hear that 3 is doing better and able to intake more. That's just great. It's been such a struggle, I know.
DDad is back in the hospital. They are trying to figure out what is going on, as he fell on Sunday, and his knee/lower leg swelled up. With his immune system so low, he's at risk with even a simple fall. So, they have hopefully eliminated cellulitis and now think it may be gout. And my DMom goes in today for her scope. Any spare prayers are completely welcome and appreciated. My DBro and I are losing our minds.
Susan, I'm so very glad that not only are you looking to get back on track, but that MM is there with you. It's so very important.
T, enjoy the field trip! Jeans and tennis shoes are always a good sign.
Martha, great job on the steps!! You know, at least you have figured out what you DON'T want to do. That is a big deal.
Linda, I missed the issue with DD3. She is getting better, though?
Alrighty, I need to get to some meetings. Hugs to all.....
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Post by karlamae on Feb 1, 2017 16:26:47 GMT
Hey Everyone – It's been a crazy long couple of weeks. I finally took a vaca day (use them or lose them) so I am hanging out with the dog watching some Chip and Joanna Gaines. So many home improvement ideas; I need to win the lottery! I am headed to Rapid City early tomorrow – take DMil to an eye appointment and DH to get a root canal. Yay. I am back in the 5 decade. Stupid Christmas sugar.... Looking forward to a 4 decade – will not see it by Valentines Day, but maybe by the end of February.
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Post by free2bme on Feb 1, 2017 19:24:26 GMT
Congrats to Mr. Shari for transferring employment! What are the other details we need to know? When is your house going on the market? Will you be near relatives in the new city?
Sorry to hear of your dad being back in Mcat. Is your mom out?
Karla, enjoy your mental health day!
martha, that's a lot of steps! If you do that 5 times this week, the scale will surely move downward.
Susan, How nice that MM will support you. That's half the battle, I think.
Colleen: Where art thou?
Tonight is bookclub. I'm hosting it at the library. I have a nice turn out. Got to get there early to get a seat by the fireplace.
T: enjoy the field trip.
Melinda: what is a third wheel? Or what was it you called it? Is that different than your motor home?
N: If by chance a Chanel bag comes in, CALL ME. Enjoy the finds before anyone else sees them. I think you had a successful Target trip!
What else? status quo today.
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Post by StartingOver on Feb 1, 2017 20:43:34 GMT
For me it's a watch me be a slug. Overdid it yesterday, slept great tho.  Will get on elliptical later I counted up the stickers on my calendar for the month of January, had 12. My goal this month is to exercise at least 4 days per week. I would like to be in the 8th decade. Well, actually in the 6th and back to lifetime. Scullery is calling me to make some cookies. Didn't realize cookie jar was empty. Ooops! With Winter storm #2 heading in, hoping to go to employment center for class tomorrow and then onto ww mtg. Just looked at NOAA website - wind advisory thru Friday. winter storm watch starts Thursday thru Saturday. Hope to be back later. (((HUGS)))
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Post by lciurej on Feb 2, 2017 0:48:31 GMT
It was cold today but I went to the Fort to walk. Since the wind was so brisk, we stayed inside the Fort for the walk and skipped our trek around the periphery of the town. It was nice to be out, and alternating the cold windswept side with the side protected from the wind made me realize why I live in Nebraska.
I only had one baby today and she didn't take a nap. That made supper a bit of a challenge and I finally said forget it.
I am not feeling the greatest today. Feeling like I ate the wrong thing or something. I am even having a little wine tonight. In the Bible is believe it was Timothy who was admonished to have a little wine for his stomach.
I spoke to Dd3 today. She hadn't gotten resu5of blood work yet nor did she sounded as refreshed as she did yesterday. Prayers still appreciated.
If T's students who prayed for her had seen her Monday and then again yesterday, they would have been confirmed prayer warriors for life.
Mcat, prayers for you. The stress of these random health problems in people we want to be healthy and vibrant is very wearing.
Martha, I'm still praying you get the call for a job that suits you.
Freida. So appreciated to hear from you. It's always a good sign.
DH still has not smoked I believe. Ptl.
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Will get on elliptical later