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Good morning everyone. Jo good loss for you. Got 2nd booster yesterday. Huge decrease in hospitalizations but stil have acquaintances who are testing positive. For me just means definitely wearing a mask at the airport, plane and crowded areas. I’m hopeful Jan and I get to meet up. Has created a new idea to add to bucket list - going on same cruise with others in this group. (Could meet for a buffet lunch). Still walking goal 3-5 miles a day — this morning Jazzper was in the mood to chase squirrels behind the community pool. He stalked while I walked 15 laps. Walks with Jazzper are always leisurely - we have no one to impress. It’s nice to have my son in the house. Spends weekends with GD. Bikes a lot., eats healthy. Jazzper adores him.

Have a friend with Covid also vac and boostered. I just got second booster yesterday next cruise is June23. I think this virus is here to stay. Luckily people who are vaccinated / boostered are getting much milder cases.

Jan look at my last post. My email is included. It’s split in two parts. First and last line What size t shirts do you wear?

Jan look at my last post. My email is included. It’s split in two parts. First and last line

Jan my itinerary. (linhartmary) Jun23. Thursday. Start in Boston Friday. Portland all day leave port 10pm Sat. Rockland/Camden. 6a - 6p Sun. Bucksport. 24 hours leave 1 am monday Mon. Boothbay Harbor. Mon 9a - 5pm Tues. Bath. Mon 8p - Tues 530 pm We’d. Gloucester 730 am - 630 pm Thurs. Martha’s Vineyard. Thursday 630am - Fri 2am Fri. Newport RI. 730 am - 11pm Sat. Provincetown 7am - 8pm yahoo.c cruise is getting close getting excited. Do you like puzzles?

JAN I think of you frequently. My Maine cruise leaves June 23 from Boston. We will be in Bucksport Municipal Marina Sat Jun 25 1030 pm to Monday Jun27 1 am. Literally all day Sunday Jun 27. Wondering if you would like to meet? I no longer have problems with blood sugar. A1C went from 9.8 to 5.2. I’m the typical nurse don’t like pills . My pcp allowed me a trial on just diet (great collaboration) in a month it was down to 7.5. Fat is an enemy stores estrogen, affects circulation, I can go on an on. I feel so much better have more energy etc. I’m comfortable in my wrinkles. Yes Olaydt is correct we need to be comfortable in our own skin. Love ourselves for who we are. Now I have the time , energy and confidence to enjoy my retirement.

Olay’s t. Welcome. My reason for weight loss is I was way too big. Addicted to sweets. Diabetes out of control and I was unhappy with being the biggest in the room and very limited activity Stairs killed my knees, couldn’t do small adventure cruises because I couldn’t do stairs. now I’m more active, went on an uncruise and had a ball (including up/down 10 flights of stairs a day. . Just got home from kayaking for an hour. I feel better and look great in clothes, naked it’s not horrible. Jan I’m so sorry. I’m sure your in shock. It is going to be a roller coaster of activities, surgeries, chemo.

LOL my old age showing plumes meant to be blooms - I’m definitely decreasing mental function. At least I’m aware of the problem. Joke at the dog park is between 4 of us we have a complete brain. Tried Prevagen for 3 months didn’t notice a difference.

Belle thanks for the start of the week. Jan great trip with family - if I go out to eat with Houston son we frequently split a plate. You flowers sound amazing. When I lived in Wisconsin I had a hydrangea tree plumes were basketball size. Also had a poppy flower bed (probably was 50 years old it was maybe 6x4 ft had 100 plumes a year. Jan about your biopsies. Take a deep breath, don’t over think the what ifs. If you have a cruise planned in the next few months take it. I had breast cancer in 1991 and 2011 if you need someone to talk to let me know . I worked as a breast health case manager for several years. does anyone know if we can post email addresses or phone numbers? as for weight. I got serious this week- no more lifesavers, tempting foods. im not hungry but crave food — definitely have loss of taste of most foods. I also have been trying to use my vibration plate 2x daily. (Trying to jiggle the remaining fat on hips and thighs). Im 2lbs below my prior wt range. I’m 2.5 months from surgery and it can take 3-6 months to see the full result. There is a 50 yr old man at the dog park I hadn’t seen in 2 years . He was soo excited to see the new me called me sexy and gorgeous Wow what an ego boost.

I just got the newest brochure that mentions the airfare option. I am not hopeful they will provide relief from the higher prices. their pre cruise hotel options are way out of my range. I live in Houston and they are only listing hobby airport. Its an hour away. I live 20 minutes from IAH /

Good morning. Seems like all everyone is doing well. will Covid ever go away ? Teacher friend was given Covid from a coworker end of school year hug. She has been vac and boostered. She has fever sore throat still has appetite. Jo about the wrinkles - I’m fair skinned so sun is not my friend. I don’t own a swimsuit. I look great in clothes. I’m liking the shape wear garments (keeps loose skin out off my sight ) Belle I don’t get lonely - like being alone. Jazzper has brought many friends into my life. My afternoon dog park visits are more for me than Jazzper. I visit with all the other old farts . Ombud - I struggle food shopping thinking I could buy a treat and make it last for a week. I’m like a zombie with sweets — getting up for just another little bite until it’s gone or I throw it out. When I throw out tempting food I first soak it in water so there is no chance of recovery. Scamp (big hairy dog) was wonderful. No problems. Of course he preferred Jazzpers food and Jazzper ate his. Summer heat and humidity are here for the next 4 months. I don’t mind the heat.

Belle divorced in 1986, I’ve not been out on a date since 1996. I’m very content. Financially in good shape thanks to Bohemian upbringing - don’t buy anything on time. I’ve lived alone since 1990. New England cruise end of June. Road trip Arkansas in October. Thanksgiving cruise out of Galveston . Lots to look forward too. Need to get back on track of eating meals and stop snacking. everyone have a good weekend. Dog sitting a friends large hairy dog- his first sleep over.

Sorry was distracted yesterday. Had dominoe party stayed good - friends bringing and take out desired snacks. Belle I’m with you in a funk. Wt in the same range kind of middle. Never had any loss from surgery Doesn’t make sense. (Look good in clothes and ugly naked sooooooo much loose skin. I need to get over it and be happy). The tummy tuck got rid of horizontal belly sag but created vertical folds) House is empty son in Utah until June 11. Russian friend moved to Co. Meghan great start stick with the plan you will be amazed. Ombud nice couch. An inch is wonderful.

Meghan. I put most of my wt on between 1996 and 2004 and kept it on until 2019. I joined this group when I decided my wt affected my quality of life and a health scare. I started on this site in 2019. In the 2.5 years I’ve been here I reached many goals. I always focused on small goals. First get out of the 200s and get to onederland. Then it was 10# goals I kept a log of weekly weight (I weigh daily and my wt fluctuates in a 3# range) monthly goals changed as wt loss slowed. A goal of 5 lbs was achievable and sometimes it be more . Eventually it was 3 lbs per month. I never thought when I started I would get below 150. But I’m now in maintainence with range in the mid 120’s . With the support of this group I lost 100 lbs. another goal was to not wear any clothing with an x thinking just lg would be good here I am in S-M —I don’t like tight clothing. I’m glad you have joined us. All support and encouragement.

Ombud I enjoyed reading about your remodeling - you sound very talented and creative.. there is so much more to each of us besides wt and eating. Acruisingperson (is there a shorter name we can use?). Welcome. I tried Jenny Craig about 10 years ago at that time I had to go pick up my food. After two weeks I was doing very well wt wise. Someone in that office tried to order $600 from avon on my card idiot forgot to get the 3 digit code from back of card. Didnt feel safe to go back and manager didn’t seem to care. I got to my goal wt and have maintained for 6 mos with the support of this group.

We bob. When were you on the cruise you got covidand have you been vaccinated and boostered?

Good afternoon. Not much happening iin my neck of the woods. Got morning walk in. Wt stable but snacking too much - just bored. Food doesn’t taste right — either no taste at all or just a hint of flavor. Love salt but trying not to use shaker. Never had Covid but definitely food is bland and disappointing. expecting rain for a few days - will be nice I’m tired of watering. Hope everyone is safe and keeping within calorie range. Belle I’ve tried intermittent fasting and a strict keto diet - neither worked for me.

Belle thanks for a good start to week. I’ve mentioned this site to several people who’ve been inspired by my loss - not cruisers but great dog park friends. Ombud welcome back. Don’t be depressed — you are realistic we all have high expectations of out selves. Progress is a roller coaster of ups and downs. Im maintaining my wt —still within the pre- op range. Never saw a loss. I still have belly wrinkles but75% better than pre surgery. Had 2 month follow-up a bit disappointed what I thought was fluid/puffiness may be residual fat YIKES. He said dreaded liposuction for fine tuning . We’ll see what things look like in 3 months (I think he is expecting improvement because he hasn’t done “after”pictures yet). I’ve developed an allergy to leg anti slip cuff on favorite compression garment. My son and his friend who has been staying at my house are leaving for CO Monday my son will return in 3 weeks. My house will seem soo empty. I’ve enjoyed having Anton my house feels like a home.

Belle and Jan have great cruises. Might do alaska next year. The weekend in San Antonio was incredible. Gala my exs wife is so much fun. She has 2 daughters and a grand daughter. They are Ukrainian. She had some sad stories about atrocities of war (sounded.Ike holocaust stories).. I felt very welcome. In fact I’m going to join everyone on a thanksgiving cruise. Ate too much including a bag of Cheetos. Did get walk in every morning on the River walk.

Good morning. Belle thanks for the start of another week. Remain at lower end of range. Can’t wait for the “puffiness” belly midline to absorb. Even if that doesn’t change pleased with the results. I’m comfortably wearing size small — never thought that would happen. celebrating Mother’s Day tonight with dominoes and Mexican food. The tomorrow will go to SanAntonio for weekend. Will get to se TN son and Gs (they don’t know I’ll be there). Still walking 2.5 - 3 miles daily. Have to go out by 8am or after 6pm during hot months.

Belle no I’m not cooking everyone is on their own unless we want to go out. I don’t cruise enough to get free offers. Plus don’t want to leave Jazzper. Maybe later - too old to get another dog. I am looking at alaska cruises for next year.

Belle hope your feeling better. had nice Mother’s Day - heard from everyone ( including yardmen, and sons friend in CC - both consider me their TX mom). Been hot in mid 90’s. Sons Russian friend that is staying with us seems to have developed allergies to something., Nice to have people in house.

I like both types of cruising small river boats and huge vessels. I’m not a drinker or crowd person but find large ships have quiet areas and nice I’m a very early riser. Walking the decks is very calming. ACL is a great way to see the US. Waterways .