Geriatric MM Warriors June 13, 2010

[Wisteria1956]

I ate wrong at the Cheesecake Factory to be polite to my neighbor and now I'm really tired! Sugar doesn't suit me! Phooey! Tomorrow's another day...

 

[Diane W.]

Lisa - Hope you've recovered from the sugar surge. I get headaches from too much sugar at one time. One time I was making black & white cookies and they were so good I overate them. My head, neck & shoulders ached all night. I haven't had one since!

Nothing new here. The weather is still great. On Saturday my niece's baby girl will be baptized. I don't have to worry about the food - it's never any good at their parties.

 

[Wisteria1956]

Diane: You are so funny! I can usually plan and stick to my guns, but I had never eaten out with this friend before and I was the only one to show up to celebrate with her so I followed her lead in some ways, although I skipped the bread and had a sensible salad - then cheesecake! I was hoping she'd want to split one, but no such luck. I'll be paying penance for days.

I worked so hard today Tom took me out for a steak. The veggies were great along with the salad. Back on track, I hope!

Hope all is well with all of you. Another busy day in the RE world tomorrow so I'll say goodnight and God Bless.

 

[Diane W.]

Hi Everyone! I guess everyone is out and about.
I went to my niece's baby's baptism today. She surprised me and had the baby wearing the christening gown that I had bought for her when she was baptized 30 yrs. ago! I was her godmother. The baby was quiet during the service, but her brother was jabbering away. He's only 16 months old and the baby is 5 months old. At his christening she was pregnant with this one. I asked her today, Are we going to be doing this again next year? And she gave me a look and said 'no way'.

I hope everyone is having a great weekend!

 

[gettinhealthy]

Hi again guys. I have been sooo busy helping my friend with her daughter's wedding. It was this past Saturday, so hoping it calms down a bit again. I am sooo tired!! I made some cookies for her this past Tuesday, and had just a few of them. They were chocolate with caramel in the middle and I made some strawberry square things.
I have been getting pretty nauseated when I eat. I have started taking a supplement called NAC (short for something) and it has been helping some I just need to take it about 30 minutes before I eat.

Lisa, I get my hormones checked every year and once in a while twice a year. That is the only way to know when I will start menopause as I no longer have periods. This past spring they were right on. Go figure LOL. I'll just be keeping the air conditioner in the window until the snow starts flying again Mike has been pretty chilly in bed lately. I have the air on 62*!! I'll wake up some morning and he'll have ice cycles hanging on his nose or something LOL.

I did check my phone out after that one post, and thankfully I didn't lose anything media wise on the phone. To be honest the only reason I got the blackberry was a special they were running at the time. If I bought it, I got another phone free, and Mike was due for his upgrade also at that point. So I got it. I do like it a lot as I keep up with everyone during the day.

Ok, pretty late and I need to get to bed. I'll be back later.

 

[Simpleone]

Good morning everyone!

Oh Diane, how I wish I was out and about! I managed to get saddled watching my youngest daughters two kids again, and oh man, they are a handful..or I'm just getting far too old for this, probably a little of both! Her DH was lucky enough to get hired on full time at our Local TRW Gear plant and now both their 12 hour shifts are through the night! Ugh! Something's got to give soon, shift change, or something. Gavin is in all day Kindergarden which is clear across the county from me. One full hour there and back, twice a day. The rest of the day I find myself protecting my household from the two year old. Love them to death, but love them more when I can smooch their faces off and send them home!!

MD (Millie) Got her wedding dress ordered! (second dress I posted the link to, last week). We ended up only spending three days shopping for it, I guess it's true when they say, when you find the perfect one, you know it. It's ordered and the wedding cake has been designed, so we're off to a good start. She wants the reception here in the front yard under one of those circus looking tents (no red stripes). We go tomorrow to check with a wedding consultant on the rental of one, along with every other thing that we'll need. I'm conflicted over wanting to have it here, it will mean tons of work for me. I kind of wish she'd have a change of heart about the venue, so it would allow me to just enjoy it all.

I weighed yesterday morning and I've taken off two pounds, finally! I was starting to think I'd hit a hard plateau once again. Eating remains easy for me, when I remember to do it!

Kathy!! A/C set on 62 !! Oh my gosh! I set mine on 73 or 74 and freeze us all out! lol

Diane, wonderfully sweet story about the Christeing gown! Aw! I love when people have the forethought to hold on to those kind of keepshakes.

You all have a great beginning to your week.

 

[Diane W.]

Pam - Wow, that's a lot of travel for you. Are their shifts 3 days on/3 days off? Could they stagger their days?
That wedding dress is so gorgeous. Her husband is going to be speechless seeing her coming down the aisle in that gown.
I would be nervous having a wedding in a tent, because of the weather. Will people be using the bathrooms in your house? Seems like a lot of work. I would rather have it at a catering venue and let them handle all the food, and cloths, cutlery, plates, etc. I hope she changes her mind too, so that you just have to show up and enjoy! How many people are they inviting?
Congratulations on the 2 pounds! That's great.

Kathy - Your friend's daughter had a beautiful day for her wedding. I hope the NAC helps you to feel better. What is it for? Stomach issues?

Lisa - Hope you're happy & healthy & busy, busy, busy. (said like the magician in Frosty the Snowman cartoon)

 

[Wisteria1956]

Hi, all!

Kathy: It was good to see you survived the wedding prep and sounds like you had fun. I hope I can taste and spit while baking for the holidays again this year because it is confirmed that sugar makes me really sick. Not saying I'll never indulge again...We had ice cream in a weak moment and then both got depressed, lol! We keep our temp on 76 around here, or the windows open. Tom's a big fresh air freak. It's gorgeous today so we've had the windows open.

Diane: How lovely to be a godmother and to attend the special events for a young family. There's nothing quite like a baby!

Pam: That said, but not all day, lol! I hope you're not going to be too maxed out. My grandmother took care of me and my little sister when my Mom worked and she was in her 50's, which really gives me a lot of respect for her and makes me stop and wonder how she did it. I used to make Cootie Bugs all the time and whenever I hollered for her to come get the big bug she'd come running with her tissue. Never told me she was too tired or too busy. Grandma's sure are special people!

I might get to see Jocelyn next week one day. She and I are both pretty busy this week. She has family to visit and a big class reunion. I have a lot of appointments. Work is going well and not quite as killer this week as it was last week. My best clients got into contract just in time to leave on vacation so I have a bit of a breather while they are gone. Another offer might come in tomorrow. It's fun never knowing what I'll be doing, lol!

I had my second therapy on my shoulder/arm today. The results have been very nearly miraculous. I'm feeling so much more like my old self. Planted a bunch of new flowers yesterday for the Fall and did a lot of clipping in the yard. Tom and I had fun working together. It's taken me over 30 years to undo the damage his father did by making him do too much yardwork, but he's really happy to putter around with me now. I think it's part of the empty nest syndrome. We'd better like to spend time together, cause we're all we've got, lol!

Had a nice walk with Bonnie this am. I decided to walk outside since those days are numbered once the rains come. I'm thinking of trying to find a Bow Flex treadclimber on Craigslist or in a second hand shop. They are so expensive! I think it would be a great workout though.

Well that's about all for me today. Glass of wine and a hot tub in my future. No, I won't faint!

Love to all!

 

[gettinhealthy]

Good morning everyone! Just a quick hello. Busy day with 3 houses to clean and offices tonight. Had problems yesterday but went to the chiropractor yesterday and I can walk without pain today. My left hip joint froze up on me
I'll try to catch up tonight if I don't pass out first LOL

 

[Wisteria1956]

Hope your hip is better today, Kathy. Stretch, stretch, stretch and drink lots of water. Have a good day!

 

[gettinhealthy]

Hi guys. Hope all is well with you all.

Lisa, it feels so much better since he "unfroze" it LOL. It was such severe pain I actually cried. I couldn't even get Mike to help me. The air conditioner was on, so he would have never heard me yell for him. Tyson and Bailey took very good care of me until is subsided. They were very worried to say the least.
My chiropractor showed me stretching exercises to do and he said to ice it no more than 15 minutes at a time when I get home from work. I go back Friday for another "pop" and to see how it is doing.
Does this mean I am no longer a spring chick? LOL. I swear my body is falling apart!!

Not much going on here. Just warm out. It is to be around 85* today and around 88* tomorrow.
Tristan's sister in law is having a birthday party for some of the family (Tristan, her brother in law and father in law) on Saturday evening. It will be a nice time. I'll get to see the newlyweds, so hopefully they will have their pictures!! Oh, the bride's cousin got engaged at the reception. The bouquet toss and garter toss were rigged so she and her boyfriend would catch them. When he was to put the garter on her, he pulled out the ring box and proposed. The DJ got a video of it, so I'll post that. And Ken (my BF's hubby) and his DD (bride) had a unique father/daughter dance. I'll post that also

Ok, have to get ready for work. Not doing well with MM at all with all the parties and such going on. I need you all here physically to kick my butt (ya, it's getting big again) into this!! Diane, you're the closest, so you can stop down and do it LOL.

Love ya all!!

 

[gettinhealthy]

Here are the videos. The first one is the proposal and the second is the dance.


http://www.facebook.com/#!/video/video.php?v=157908860901178&comments&ref=notif&notif_t=video_reply


http://www.facebook.com/#!/video/video.php?v=157915097567221&ref=mf

 

[Diane W.]

That wedding looked like it was fun! What a special way to propose. I am glad that the bride knew it was coming, otherwise it would've stolen her thunder. The father/daughter dance was cute too.
I will get my boots on and start my way down there if I hear you're going too far off the path.

I got my hair cut and colored today. I've been touching up my own roots all summer. I told my friend that I'm waiting until I have an interview to get my hair cut/colored. She said if I wait that long my hair will be down to my waist. Soooo, I made the appt. and got it done today.
I heard back from the job I was so interested in. I wasn't chosen for an interview from the 150 resumes they said they received. At least they sent me a letter and didn't leave me in limbo about it.

I love watching the Biggest Loser and was so happy that it was on last night. Some of the contestants have such sad stories. Of course, I was crying like a baby.

Nothing else new. I'm going for my walk and will check in later.

 

[Wisteria1956]

Kahty: The wedding surprises were really special. The friend that caught my bouquet was married one day less than one year to the day from our wedding. They are still married and have a ton of kids

Diane: Your friend gave you good advice to continue to treat yourself to simple pleasures like a good haircut and color. You'll be ready for the next interview that's coming soon! You really have exhibited so much patience and determination. I'm very inspired by you. You should be on the Apprentice this season, lol! He's got on all folks who were downsized, etc. I'm not too fond of the Donald, but he will help them all get jobs, which is nice.

Pam: I forgot to mention again how much I love the second wedding dress. It's exquisite!

Well, all, I need to ask for prayers in a big way. Tom had a not-so-good check up today. He has lumps in his groin. They will do a CAT scan tomorrow and we'll know on Friday morning what the results are and what the next step might be. Please keep him in your prayers. I am really hoping it's scar tissue from last year's surgery or something.

I'll try not to panic. I'll post on Friday afternoon.

Love to all!

 

[Diane W.]

Lisa - Prayers & positive thoughts are on the way. I'm sure you're right and it's scar tissue.

 

[Wisteria1956]

Dear Ones,

It's not good news at all today about Tom. He has cancer in his lymph nodes and will be having surgery very soon as well as radiation and possibly chemo. I know you all will be praying for him and us. I appreciate that very much! Please don't mention anything on Facebook, as some of his relatives are on there and they don't know yet.

I'll be in touch when I know about the surgery date. It will most likely be in about a week or so.

 

[gettinhealthy]

Dear Ones,

It's not good news at all today about Tom. He has cancer in his lymph nodes and will be having surgery very soon as well as radiation and possibly chemo. I know you all will be praying for him and us. I appreciate that very much! Please don't mention anything on Facebook, as some of his relatives are on there and they don't know yet.

I'll be in touch when I know about the surgery date. It will most likely be in about a week or so.

Oh Lisa, my heart is aching for you and Tom. I will be praying for you both! If you don't mind, I will ask my mom to put him on the prayer chain as well. You can never have to many prayers. As the bible says, where more than one agree in prayer, it will be done (hope I quoted that one right) I should think he will understand and hear many, many prayers. I wish I were there to hug you both right now. Not sure you have my cell number or not, but I'll email it to you on FB. I won't mention anything about it on there either.

 

[Wisteria1956]

Thank you so much, Kathy! Please do put him on the prayer chain. We appreciate it so very much. His surgery is tentatively scheduled for Oct. 4. The only reason we don't know for sure yet is the doctor is asking another doctor to assist him so when he firms it up we'll know for sure.

 

[Diane W.]

Dear Lisa - I'm sorry to hear the news. I will keep you both in my prayers and add Tom to the Prayers of the People on Sunday. He will stay on that list for 6 weeks. Hugs to you - I wish there was something I could do.

 

[Simpleone]

I'm so very sorry Lisa, All my positive thoughts and prayers as well.