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5/29/06 7:49 P
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I have about 12 at one feeder from sun up to sun down. I have two kitties too, but only one that really has a thing about the birds. This feeder is attached to my picture window in my livingroom and the young cat goes nuts trying to get to them, then he goes outdoors and loses interest because the other birds are more enticing to him.
Yes, I do find that the older I get, the harder the weight seems to come off.
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| I see you like birds. We have hummingbirds right outside our window everyday. Entertains hubby and self as well as the 2 cats. It used to be a lot easier to lose weight than it is now. Do you find that?
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SANDEE5925
5/29/06 6:40 P
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| Hi, I'm Sandee and have been a member of Spark People for about 7 days now. I just turned 57 and have about 25 lbs to lose (again). I was a member of WW for 3 years and originally lost 60 lbs in 9 mos. I like SparkPeople.com and lost 1 lb in 4 days on this system. I think I actually like it better than WW.
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Ravenfeather,
I just joined Sparkpeople and this group. I'm 62 and have about 40 pounds to leave somewhere where I'll never be able to find it again. I went on a cruise this winter, there were "LOTS" of people there who needed to lose a lot more weight than you and I do.
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RAVENFEATHER
5/27/06 7:22 P
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I'm 55 and joined yesterday. Gained almost 30 lbs after I quit smoking last year and looking forward to losing it.
I listen to books on tape during work-outs. They're entertaining and a wonderful way to help pass the time.
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Hello I have just join this site so am lookin g though all your messages on the boards. I noticed back in April You talked about books on tape for walking. That sounds like a good idea How is it working for you. I am 52 in Canada. I lost 65 lbs then some stress cameinto my like and BANG I gain 25 lbs not nice. So now I am going to try the sparkpeople to help me get it off again.
from MJ
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ESTELLE06
5/26/06 10:41 A
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| Willows, Congratulations on your two grandsons graduating. It was so fun seeing Casey graduate!! He is such a good person -- very polite -- very considerate -- very motivated -- quite serious (but not too much :)). He will be attending FSU. I put a picture on my sparkpage of him if you want to see it.
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ESTELLE06
5/25/06 10:35 P
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| Welcome Slimmerbyfall and Evviegaga. So glad you found us. This is a good site with fantastic tools. I know you'll love it here.
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| I joined today and on my last birthday I turned 85. I am trying to lose 10 lbs before July when my granddaughter is getting married.
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SLIMMERBYFALL
5/25/06 2:28 P
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| I just turned 50 and am a newbie here.
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ESTELLE06
5/25/06 12:11 A
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| I had a great time in Florida with DD and DGS. I am so impressed with him. So polite and so mature. I put a picutre of him, DD and myself on my Sparkpage.
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OLDREDROSIE
5/24/06 11:17 P
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My Mom will be 70 years young on the 30th of May. We had her party a little early...a limo would have been a great idea!! Well....she came up from Wheatridge to Greeley, so it would have been an expensive idea!! I am sooooo glad that you are back Stella! How was graduation?
Gotta run....my brother in-law died a couple of days ago and we are getting ready to talk to some of his family!
Bye....by the way I meant Goodness!!! LOL
Lori
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ESTELLE06
5/24/06 12:47 P
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| Wow! Congratulations Pagosh!! It is such a privilege to have you on this board. It is absolutely wonderful that you, at your wonderful age, are still improving yourself. You will soon be better than perfect!! LOL I, also, think it is wonderful that you are an Internet surfer. Many people your age are afraid to touch a computer. I even know may at MY age that are afraid to touch one and I am "only" 68. LOL Oh boy, does that feel good to be able to say "only!" LOL Welcome Pagosh!! You go girl!!!
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I haven't read all the posts but no youa re not the oldest At 79 I have you beat by 6 years. Best part of being 79: being around, being with young people in family.
Hardest part: loss of energy, aches and stiff joints.
All life is a compromise, so I think I am lucky to be here, all 183 pounds of me, and still interested in improving myself. Life is a cabaret, so they say.
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Oh how wonderful, Lori!! I know she was a happy young lady that day. How old was she on her birthday? I don't know how you pulled that off either. I didn't even try to make my mom's 80th party a secret. I just told her that we were having a party for her and she wanted to know what she'd have to do fo it. When I told her she didn't have to do a thing, she was willing. We even hired a limo to bring her to the party and she was more concerned with the color of the limo. She didn't want it to be black because she lived in a senior citizen's high rise and a black limo would tell the neighbors that someone had died and she didn't want that. LOL
Good for you, Lori. I know you made her very happy!!
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OLDREDROSIE
5/23/06 5:29 P
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YAY!! We did it! We managed to plan this party for months and keep it a secret from my Mom! When she and my step-dad pulled up into the driveway and saw all of us standing there yelling "Happy Birthday" she threw her hand over her mouth and burst into tears! It felt really good to make my Mom cry!! LOL! She had a great time visiting with family and friends...she was queen for the day! I had my kids and my niece wait on everyone and make sure that they had everything they needed! ( They even babysat for the little ones) It was Grandma's day and I made sure that they all knew it! We had balloons, streamers, food, 2 huge carrot cakes and chocolate cake. We grilled and laughed and visited and had a GREAT time!!
THANK GODNESS THAT'S OVER!!
Back to dieting and working out!
Thanks for listening!
Lori
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OLDREDROSIE
5/21/06 10:06 A
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Hi Paddylu! Thanks!
Today is the party!!! I am going to be kind of relieved when it is over!! LOL..
It is only 8:00 in the morning and already 67! It is going to be about 90 today! It has been really really dry this year and the yards show it! Some people have just given up watering all together! UGH!
I have been planning this party for months. Everyone told me that I would never pull it off as a surprise! I think I did it! (Unless, she knows and is just being quiet)! Her birthday is actually the 30th...so we decided a little early would help to keep it a secret!YAY!!!
Well...got to get to moving! You all have a GREAT DAY!!
ttyl, Lori
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Hi Rosie: I thought Greely would be very nice and still cool this time of year. The party for your Mom sounds wonderful. I hope it really will be a surprise for her and I hope all 40 (and maybe more!) show up. Have fun - for all of us.
Paddylu
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OLDREDROSIE
5/20/06 9:37 A
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Have a GREAT vacation! Do you need a traveling companion?? My daughter would love to go to Florida! LOL
It has been REALLY hot!! I am having a surprize party for my Mom Sunday...and my brother talked me out of a hall. So....we are doing it here in Greeley at my house, and I told him that he had better just really hope it doesn't rain or he is in deep trouble!! I invited about 40 people!! I am also worried about the heat!!
You be safe on your trip..and we will talk when you get back!
Hi Willows! How are you?
Lori
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Hi Estelle,
Have a good trip. Lots of graduations this year. My two grandsons graduate,too.
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| Hi Lori, I'm fine. Getting ready to go on vacation to Florida. Going to see my grandson graduate. My isn't it getting warm around here. I had to turn on the air conditioner today. Hope all is well with you!! I haven't been doing well on my diet but will get in gear when I return home. :)
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OLDREDROSIE
5/18/06 11:43 P
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Hi Stella!!! How is everyone doing these days? It has been a long time since anyone has posted anything here!
Lori
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Ellie, it is good to see you back again. welcome.
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If anyone wonders what happened to "old Ellie". I joined the prevention walkers plan and have done quite well on it. I am now walking 5 miles per day 5 days per week and have now started a weight program twice a week. (very light weight that is) I have been paying Prevention 5.95 a month and really like the program but after working on this the last month I realize I get all the great benefits from Sparks free. Any way "I am Back" with Sparks and happy to be here.
Ellie
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| I have discovered that the tapes are useful also while jumping on my mini trampoline - rebounding, it is called. Anything that makes me more consistent at my exercise program is helpful to me. And if I enjoy it, I wll be more consistent. A good book on tape will help make me anxious to "get busy."
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OLDREDROSIE
4/26/06 10:49 P
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Welcome Paddylu! I have been wanting to get some walking tapes! It sounds like a great way to walk at night...and not have to go out!
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Books on tape sounds like a great way to encourage walking Paddylu, I'll have to give that a try. :)
......Make it a great day........kath
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Hi:
I just signed up for a books on tape club. Years ago I walked and listened to books, so I am hoping I will enjoy it again and it will encourage me to walk daily. It is quite rocky and uneven where I walk, so I must pay attention to where I am going, but I am going to get into the habit!
Thanks for each one of you that take the time to respond to these posting. I love reading about you and your lives.
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OLDREDROSIE
4/25/06 1:57 P
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Hey Kathy..Thanks for the encouragement. Unfortunately I am not sure that I will get my miles in this month. I have been working alot with my husband in another city (120 miles one way)so...it has been really hard to get walking in. I really do like this site alot...and hopefully next month I will do better! You are doing great on your miles!!
Keep up the good work!
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| I love what you said: "We're the fine wine that the young ones want to be like." Thanks for the welcome and you are absolutely correct - it is a wonderful site.
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Thanks for your quick response. I have been looking at your photos on your page and they are beautiful. I especially like the pond.
You have come so far with your weight loss - how exciting. I will be anxious to see your progress.
Thanks again.
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Oh Lori you are doing fantastic!! You're walking great and inspiring to so many.
I hope everyone remembers that we aren't getting older, we're getting better! Hey, we're the fine wine that the young ones want to be like. :)
Welcome to those who are new to SP...it is a wonderful site full of inspiration and motivation. ....Make it a great day........kath
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Welcome!
SparkPeople is a great site for helping make the changes we need for losing. I have been so encouraged by all the support on here. I'm half way to my goal, and never thought I could manage to take those pounds off!
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| Hi: This is my first posting on this forum. I am 58 and trying to lose 20 or so pounds. It is much harder right now. I am healthy but I feel better thinner. I have a hard time walking because I live on a ranch and it is very rocky and mountainous around me. But on the other hand, it is beautiful and I have so much to be grateful for. I am thrilled with this site and I enjoy reading all of your messages. Everyone of you are an inspiration to me. Thanks.
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OLDREDROSIE
4/19/06 8:03 P
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