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Post by ann1953 on Dec 23, 2016 12:48:02 GMT
This is a place for all those in their 50's & 60’s to get together and gab. Talk about what is on your mind be it the WW'er program, family, friends, or anything you'd like to share. The Lighter Side Cafe is open 24/7....First one here please use the copy/paste method to get us going. All like-minded people are always welcome here.
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Post by ann1953 on Dec 23, 2016 12:49:48 GMT
Good morning all. Will be heading out to pick up some produce in a bit. I want some different 'healthy choices' available for when I feel like munching. I did a number on the rest of the cookies that were 'hidden in the freezer'. Yup, peanut butter balls (buckeyes) are just as tasty frozen LOL.
Also going to concentrate on getting more movement in. That helps with the balancing act.
If I don't get back online, wishing all a wonderful Friday!
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Post by suewms on Dec 23, 2016 14:07:12 GMT
Good Morning, WW Friends ~
TGIF!! My DH woke me this morning reminding me that it is only 2 days until Christmas. Have I mentioned that I married "the eternal child"?? He is such a treasure in so many ways!
Ann ~ Thanks for opening up the Cafe this morning! Happy shopping .....
Carolyn ~ Happy Anniversary!! I never got online yesterday and didn't want to miss the opportunity to extend my best wishes to you and yours. Thanks for sharing what you learned at your WW meeting. Unfortunately I did not stay this week, but brought home the Weekly. It is great that your leader can improvise like that - sign of a great leader for sure!
Carol ~ Welcome! I also "found" this group because of Kathy who I had chatted with on the old WW MB in years past. One day when the MB wouldn't open, I did a search and happened to find her user name and clicked on it and voila! I was introduced to this wonderful group and have stayed ever since. Looking forward to getting to know you.
Kathy ~ Hope the move went well! I thought about you yesterday - and am so glad it is behind you.
Judy ~ You are so deserving of the compliments you are receiving! You've worked hard and been very successful. It just makes me so happy to share your victory. What a great place to be when you realize your need your TOPS meeting more than diner food <LOL>
I went back and read all of yesterday's posts, which is when I discovered I never posted yesterday. I got up and got myself ready and headed out early for Christmas shopping and needed to be done in time to get to my noon nail appointment which was on the way home. I was glad I got my groceries the previous day. I got my shopping finished up and had time to stop for gas and a car wash on the way to my nail appointment. Today I need to go to Ulta and replace my make-up and use a coupon that expires tomorrow, then it is back home to wrap and put gifts underneath the tree. I can't believe it is almost Christmas!! I usually shop so much earlier that this feels very strange to me but I think I may like it. I had a couple of very generous coupons (including 30% off) for Kohl's and was able to do most of DH's shopping there - clothing and "gifts" so it was easy one-stop shopping with considerable savings to boot.
I went for WW WI Wednesday and lost another pound. I am now almost 10 lbs below my original goal which is where I would like to be. I know there will be indulgences over the holiday so won't worry much about the January WI but then knuckle back down. We know how to do this, right??
BBL. Make a great day!
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Post by ann1953 on Dec 23, 2016 15:08:30 GMT
Yeah Sue. GREAT job on the weight loss. This time of the year it's always nice to have that 'wiggle room'.
I too shall fully enjoy both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day! Come Monday, I'll be right back at it!
Yes, we all know how to do this thing called Weight Watchers LOL.......plus, we have each others back!
ciao!
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Post by ksbruns on Dec 23, 2016 15:48:09 GMT
Good morning, you two! I went back to look at the posts from yesterday and saw that you hadn't posted suewms...glad you were just out having fun! And great job on getting your weight where you want it to be. I have to approach the holiday differently from you two, I finally quit over-indulging a few years ago. I like for the scale to stay in my two pound range, NEVER want to go on losing points, so for me, to pick and choose my indulgences works best. However, we know I go over my points most weeks, so it's a balancing act for sure. The scale was down a hair this morning, so I'm staying true for December, heading into the home stretch. No question that I haven't had a ton of temptations coming my way and I'm sure all the steps have helped. However, I don't know how the scale compares on it's *new floor* so it might just be a fluke! We just love the new apartment! To say there is work to be done is an understatement, but doing so much ahead of the game will be worth it (once I quit feeling like I'm 102!) The basement is a tragedy, but with as many things as I was able to put away, the apartment is really livable...and I was able to keep the garment rack in the bedroom, so it won't have to be *on the roll* on a daily basis! My day was made. Leia seems to be adjusting just fine...when the movers left, we took a walk down to Starbucks before we did the final major car unload, and she was prancing along. We know that I steer away from meds, but this thyroid pill has made such a difference for her...down over a pound, she hasn't weighed this since TX, and just happy with life. The new owner (lives upstairs) LOVES her (whew!) so I guess I didn't make any false claims on her *resume*. The new chapter is off to a good start. The only *uh oh* is that the piano came crashing to the ground when they were putting the legs on to stand it up...a first in all these moves. It *seems*to be okay, but since we took out extra insurance for it, they are going to send out a claims adjustor early in the year. I don't want to find out down the road there's some internal damage. carolyn0506 I love that the leader punted and changed the topic...I remember what those Dec meetings were like, normally down to one receptionist and then it was still pretty bleak. We'll see if I stay for a meeting when I have my Jan WI. ann1953 I appreciated your honestly yesterday on holiday sadness. I was sad for many years during the holidays and didn't realize it, so just keep eating and spending; it really came to a head for me during the TX years when I was so unhappy on so many levels. So, now I truly honor that this is not the *happiest time of the year* for a whole lot of people. Because dealing with sadness is not my default, also trying to stay honest, which means having a little time to be quiet. Comcast came, we are wired! Have a good one! J has to head into church in a bit to get ready for the weekend, but I have very little on the agenda. Time to stay a Jane Thynne book, I think.
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Post by suewms on Dec 23, 2016 16:18:16 GMT
Kathy ~ So good to hear from you and that the move went well. Bummer about the piano, but thank goodness for *extra insurance*, eh? Love that Comcast is ready, willing and able to wire us when we need it. Great news about the garment rack fitting in the bedroom. What a huge relief the move is behind you.
I also have had my ups and downs over the holidays and though it is "the most wonderful time of the year" - it can bring its own challenges as well. I have tried in more recent years to keep my expectations in check, which seems to help me as much as anything. Also staying focused on the task at hand, and not projecting. All these things work well the rest of the year, but seem to especially so during the holidays. Believe it or not, I have the most trouble with Mother's Day - and finally asked my DH a few years ago if we could please, please not go to church on that day. My mother was not a warm, loving, nurturing mother to me; and my daughter went out of her way to break my heart almost 10 years ago so nothing in our pastor's Mother's Day service did anything but poke at me. He understood perfectly and agreed. Now we take a day trip somewhere and spend that time together. I am so very fortunate to be married to a man who "gets it". The current holidays have their own bittersweet component for both of us, so we are especially tender and gentle with each other. Perhaps that is the best that can be expected? We make it fun for each other. OK, enough of that .....
I still need to start the bottom layer of my Jello Pretzel salad, so I better get moving. I decided not to go out today after all. I pulled out the Christmas wrapping supplies and we have plenty of everything (perhaps for the rest of our lives) except for gift tags. I just called DH and he said he'd pick up some at the drug store while he's out 'n about. Then I can do his wrapping next.
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Post by ceebee53 on Dec 23, 2016 16:45:47 GMT
Hello Everyone! I had an early Dr. appointment this morning for a check-up. The Dr. was pleased with my weight loss since my last appointment as well as happy with my lab results. I still have a lot to lose, but every pound (or tenth of a pound!) is a step in the right direction. Kathy, before I forget I hope it's OK that I "post stalked" you to this group. I always appreciated your wise advice on the old WW message boards, even though I never posted on them. When they went away, I started to follow you on Connect, and am so glad you keep that group going every day. The thing I miss on Connect is the ability to really get into a conversation, which is why I started browsing around this message board. I've been reading the Lighter Side Cafe posts for a little while, and find all of you to be so supportive of each other. I hope I can fit in here somehow, and also provide support to each of you. By the way, I have to tell you that I retired from Michigan State University, but I DO cheer for U. of M. unless they are playing against Michigan State. Judy, your weight loss is very impressive! I have been serious about staying OP since April, and it's taken me that long to lose what you've lost in a much shorter time! You are doing a great job. I'm sorry for all that have sad memories around the holidays. I can relate, since my father passed away 4 days before Christmas several years ago. I think holidays bring up all kinds of emotions, and I've never had one yet that was perfect. I guess we just try to do the best we can to get through it. Sue, your weight loss is great! I can't even imagine being 10 pounds below goal, but you and the others in this group give me hope that it CAN be done. It sounds like you and your husband are very fortunate to have found each other. I also want to say hello to Ann, Carolyn, Kathryn, and Chele. I believe that is the whole group, but I am sorry if I missed someone. I am new to this message board thing, and noticed that a couple of you are following me. I even got a personal message from Ann! I'm going to have to figure out how all of this works, so please bear with me! I hope everyone has a pleasant day. Carol
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Post by suewms on Dec 23, 2016 17:04:33 GMT
Carol ~ Here's my 2 cents worth of tech knowledge <LOL> but I went to your profile (by clicking on your user name) and then clicked on "Follow". You'll get a notification of it next time you log on. If you decide to "Follow" me, then we'll become "Friends". Pretty straightforward and simple.
No worries about cheering for U of M. Even though my DH is a dyed-in-the-wool Sparty, my VBF (of many years) is an avid U of M fan. They delight in buying each other gifts for their own team so it all works out. She and I have even gone out for lunch on the day the two MI teams play each other, in our opposite colors and waitresses approach us cautiously until we laughingly tell them that it's just a game.
Got my Pretzel salad bottom layer baking. When it comes out and goes in to cool, I'll head downstairs to wrap gifts. I am missing our game table (which DH sold when we started downsizing the downstairs family room). That was our wrapping table and much easier on my back than doing it on the floor.
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Post by ceebee53 on Dec 23, 2016 17:43:36 GMT
suewms Sue, thank you for the instructions on following each other! I wondered how people became "friends" on here. (Not sure if I did the "tagging" thing right.) My husband is also a U of M fan, so we are a "house divided". We usually cheer for both teams, though, as long as they aren't playing each other. It's all in good fun, like you and your friend. I'm off to meet some family for lunch. Will be back later. Carol
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Post by ksbruns on Dec 23, 2016 18:16:21 GMT
LOL, such Michigan conversation (everyone else says *whadevah*!) ceebee53 , my poor son, Brady, literally *bleeds maize and blue*, so you can imagine, the rollercoaster ride of the past years. He graduated in 2004, back when Michigans heyday was coming to an end. If we can ever beat OSU again, he might be able to take a breath (@u21queen lives in Ohio, LOL.) There is no question but that I completely drank the life Kool-Aid that the holidays were supposed to be fantastic. I had a very complicated relationship with both parents, they always made a big deal of my birthday and the holidays, but I must have known buried somewhere that it wasn't *enough*, thus beginning my long career with food and spending. Recovery has not been easy for me in either area, but realizing it was okay that I didn't feel good only came a few years ago (something about getting miserable enough) and I don't have any doubts it has helped me learn to stagger through the holidays without 5-10 pounds, which I absolutely gained for many years. suewms I loved what you said about *expectations*, that was always the stumbling block. Expecting people to change because it was the holidays, and then, the disappointment. And ceebee53 of course, it is okay that you found me. I have definitely always clicked on those people I like...so, thanks! My issue this holiday will be dealing with J's OCD which is in full-flare. I have no idea how he functions at work (and am glad I'm not there to witness it) but he is consumed at the moment by various smells, keys, and doorknobs...and of course, Leia! I am working hard to remember that I am the only person I can control here. But high on my wishes for 2017 is that he gets back into therapy. (That's letting go, isn't it???) I will have to not spend the day gabbing here *since I can*. Jeremy should head to church soon and I think I'll get the desktop computer set up which doesn't require standing or lifting, LOL. I did just get the final Bill Slider book...since it's not on Audible and I'll have to *read it*, it sounds like a great read for a couple of quiet days. I will say that having Audible was unbelievably fantastic during all the drives. Waving to all!
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Post by carolyn0506 on Dec 23, 2016 18:48:56 GMT
Good Morning:
Ann: Yay on Enzo back from VA. It’s a Christmas Miracle! My DD makes PB balls and my branch manager used to make buckeyes. Same idea but I’ve NO DOUBT that I’d happily eat them frozen. I know you savored each one. One really positive difference for me now is that I used to inhale huge amounts of foods, now each really is a treat—not an all day gorge.
Kathryn: In the future we’re going to travel. No trailer. Apparently I can’t haul buckets of Fage along! (I am trying so hard not to be the very weird houseguest.) I found a couple of giant muffin recipes from long ago. I think this one might be yours “Healthy Chocolate Faux VitaMuffin.” I’ve never been a muffin person but I am thinking about making these or something like them for take along. I don’t do sugar substitutes but can just keep the sugar as low as possible. Does that sound familiar? Do you still make them? But I said all of this to ask what is a giant muffin baked in? The muffin/cupcake tins I have are standard cupcake size—12 to a pan. Is there a different type?
Sue: That is so great on your WL! What an encouraging way to head into holiday and new year. It’s lovely that DH has that spirit of wonder and joy. What a blessing.
Kathy: Hooray on the clothes rack and the wonderful new apartment. And Jeremy has to work but no long commute! Woot! You rock. Very glad Leia is doing well too and are we surprised the landlord loves her? No we are not! I don’t know if I told you how much I like that happy picture. It’s great.
Carol: Wonderful that you had such a great check up. It’s so reinforcing when efforts are noted by someone like a health professional. For me anyway, it feels so real. So nice to have you here. I can relate to learning to post etc. Every new technological thing is a challenge for me!
Hello to Judy and Chele.
I agree that keeping Holidays real has to include stepping away from the hype and expectations. For me, some of the “most wonderful time of the year” are those low key connections in small groups with family and friends. I “feel my feels” during the holidays. At Thanksgiving DDIL had set up a large crossword puzzle. I think she’ll do that for this holiday also. She mentioned it. I found it very relaxing to return to that calm focus which included sharing conversation and strategy with whomever happened to sit down with me.
I am getting lost in pretty bad brain fog this a.m. I have a lot to do. I skipped the gym partly because I feel more interior and partly because someone must have stabbed me in the knee with a knife like in Psycho when I wasn’t looking. So I’ll just keep movement to walking about today.
Happy Friday to all.
Edit: When I try to add an s to "wonderful time of the year, the remainder of the post looks like this so I give up. Three attempts to fix it.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 23, 2016 19:02:19 GMT
Iggy and I have just been "elfing" around town today and have just returned to put our feet up. I guess I am the lone Buckeye fan here - well, Ann likes to eat them, so that makes two of us. Judy, how nice to get compliments. It feels good, doesn't it? Sue, wow, on being 10 lbs under goal! Carol, congrats on your loss this year. Nothing wrong with losing it 0.1 lbs at a time. Kathy, I am glad you are in the new place and are happy. Ouch on the piano. I might have lost it had it been my piano. I will light a calm candle for J now. I am happy to hear Leia is settling and her limp was not an injury. Going thing the new owner likes her or the Leia Squad would have to leap to her defense. Waving to Kathryn and Carolyn. Have a great Christmas Eve Eve.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 23, 2016 19:06:18 GMT
Carolyn, I must have been typing when you posted. I hope your knee feels better soon
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Post by Art on Dec 23, 2016 20:12:11 GMT
Linda had to take her daughter to Nashville (130 miles away) for Knee Surgery. That leaves me "Home Alone" for the day. With it a little warmer, was a good day to take the new rifle to the range. Shot surprisingly well.
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Post by ksbruns on Dec 23, 2016 20:12:44 GMT
carolyn0506 Feeling joined in the Pyscho Knee Sisterhood; last night I lay in bed with no comfortable position and pin-pricks all over; today being sedentary seems to be a good thing. WAY back in the day (married to Hubs #1) I used to do jigsaw puzzles...I wonder if I could sit still for one now, but what a great idea. I love the idea this weekend of being really aware of when things ARE wonderful. At the moment it is pretty wonderful, typing in my charming LR with the fake fire making a sound-sootherish type sound, and contemplating getting up to turn on a light. I have set up the desktop and the Apple TV and need to get *mac-ing*. @u21queen I LOLed first at you and Iggy *elfing around* and then one sentence later at the Buckeye comment...that was a snappy comeback! We have a plumber coming to check out the gas later in the afternoon; I think the new owner might be OCD herself; she and J seem to be bonding. She was all concerned that no one might be here to keep Leia indoors (as if Leia would ever run off when there was a new human to put under her spell) so Leia has her right where she wants her. I really didn't enjoy dealing with her this past month, so love that she and J are buds (the owner, not Leia, LOL.) Okay. I surely need to put this activity to rest and find some Kathy TV.
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