Monday, July 30, 2012
Boho Hippie Trippy Clothing and More
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Lately, I've been having a lot of fun writing about boho hippie clothing, music, and history. If you like that sort of thing, and why wouldn't you, here are some links to my recent articles about boho clothing:
Boho Chic Hippie Clothes: Plus Size Maxi Dresses
Hippie Clothes: How Did Hippie Fashion Start?
I also love to write about music, and I like to have links that go to youtube videos. That way, I can listen to my fave songs whenever I get bored or stressed. Here is my latest music article:
Hippie Wedding Songs: Cool Music for Boho Baby Boomers
Do you miss the 60s yet?
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Graves Disease and Prednisone Moon Face
If you want to see what happens when you have Graves' Disease and take the steroid, prednisone, you've come to the right place.
I Gained Over 30 Pounds
My course of prednisone caused a weight gain of 30 or 40 pounds in one month. My facial swelling went back down after I stopped the meds...well...my face went closer to what I would consider normal, however my skin was immediately more saggy due to the deflation of my balloon face. I was told by many people that I would lose the weight as soon as I stopped the drugs, but I was part of a small percentage of people whose body did not react according to the script.
Prednisone: The Evil Wonderful Drug
For the last few years, my weight has gone down and back up (with almost all of the extra fat going to my tummy). It's as though the prednisone changed every cell in my body. And, I'm close to giving up on ever losing the weight, but...I've decided to stash my skinny clothes in a box...just in case I luck out and my doctors find an alternate med so I can ditch one of my other horrid (but necessary) drugs that keeps me looking nice and plump.
In reality, I don't regret taking prednisone. My alternative was to risk losing my vision.
Why Am I Talking About This?
The main reason I'm posting my story is that I want all of you apple-shaped women to understand where I'm coming from when I tell you my thoughts about styles and brands of clothing that work well with a tummy. I am not just rewording shopworn advice from skinny, healthy fashion "experts." I'm telling you what has worked for me.
Read From Frump to Fab in Five Minutes: Fashion for Apple Shapes
Pink Hat Photo: How I looked just before I went hyperthyroid (with Graves' Disease).
Black & White Hat Photo: How I looked when I lost 20 pounds in one month from being hyperthyroid (due to Graves Disease), complete with bulging eyes and other fun stuff.
Blue Hat Photo: How I looked immediately after starting prednisone.
This flattering look is called "prednisone moon face."
This flattering look is called "prednisone moon face."
My course of prednisone caused a weight gain of 30 or 40 pounds in one month. My facial swelling went back down after I stopped the meds...well...my face went closer to what I would consider normal, however my skin was immediately more saggy due to the deflation of my balloon face. I was told by many people that I would lose the weight as soon as I stopped the drugs, but I was part of a small percentage of people whose body did not react according to the script.
Prednisone: The Evil Wonderful Drug
For the last few years, my weight has gone down and back up (with almost all of the extra fat going to my tummy). It's as though the prednisone changed every cell in my body. And, I'm close to giving up on ever losing the weight, but...I've decided to stash my skinny clothes in a box...just in case I luck out and my doctors find an alternate med so I can ditch one of my other horrid (but necessary) drugs that keeps me looking nice and plump.
In reality, I don't regret taking prednisone. My alternative was to risk losing my vision.
Why Am I Talking About This?
The main reason I'm posting my story is that I want all of you apple-shaped women to understand where I'm coming from when I tell you my thoughts about styles and brands of clothing that work well with a tummy. I am not just rewording shopworn advice from skinny, healthy fashion "experts." I'm telling you what has worked for me.
Read From Frump to Fab in Five Minutes: Fashion for Apple Shapes
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Songs Renamed for Boomers
I cannot take credit for this post. It's from an email forward, but I can't track down the author:
Some of the artists of the 60's and 70's are revising their hits with new lyrics to accommodate aging baby boomers who can remember doing the "Limbo" as if it were yesterday.
Bobby Darin --- Splish, Splash, I Was Havin' A Flash
Herman's Hermits --- Mrs. Brown, You've Got a Lovely Walker
Ringo Starr --- I Get By With A Little Help From Depends
The Bee Gees --- How Can You Mend A Broken Hip?
Roberta Flack--- The First Time Ever I Forgot Your Face
Johnny Nash --- I Can't See Clearly Now
Paul Simon--- Fifty Ways To Lose Your Liver
The Commodores --- Once, Twice, Three Times To The Bathroom
Procol Harem--- A Whiter Shade Of Hair
Leo Sayer --- You Make Me Feel Like Napping
The Temptations --- Papa's Got A Kidney Stone
Abba--- Denture Queen
Tony Orlando --- Knock 3 Times On The Ceiling If You Hear Me Fall
Helen Reddy --- I Am Woman; Hear Me Snore
Leslie Gore---It's My Procedure, and I'll Cry If I Want To
Willie Nelson ---On the Commode Again
Sounds like this was made up by some smartass ad men. I'm afraid they'll actually use the Denture Queen song. Abba is "made" for commercials. Now, all I want to do is come up with some renamed titles of my own.
Dave Clark Five: (And I'm Feelin') Bad All Over
James Brown: Papa's Got a Brand New Knee
Sam and Dave: (I'm a) Ole Man
Shirelles: Will You Still Know Me Tomorrow
Wilson Pickett: Facelift Sally
Sly and the Family Stone: Hot Flash in the Summertime
Moody Blues: Nights in White Statin
Lovin' Spoonful: Do You Believe in Prozac?
Angels: My Boyfriend's Back (It Is Giving Him Some Trouble)
John Lennon: Instant Heartburn's (Gonna Get You)
Elton John: Crocodile Rocker
Marvin Gaye: I Heard it Through My Doctor
Some of the artists of the 60's and 70's are revising their hits with new lyrics to accommodate aging baby boomers who can remember doing the "Limbo" as if it were yesterday.
Bobby Darin --- Splish, Splash, I Was Havin' A Flash
Herman's Hermits --- Mrs. Brown, You've Got a Lovely Walker
Ringo Starr --- I Get By With A Little Help From Depends
The Bee Gees --- How Can You Mend A Broken Hip?
Roberta Flack--- The First Time Ever I Forgot Your Face
Johnny Nash --- I Can't See Clearly Now
Paul Simon--- Fifty Ways To Lose Your Liver
The Commodores --- Once, Twice, Three Times To The Bathroom
Procol Harem--- A Whiter Shade Of Hair
Leo Sayer --- You Make Me Feel Like Napping
The Temptations --- Papa's Got A Kidney Stone
Abba--- Denture Queen
Tony Orlando --- Knock 3 Times On The Ceiling If You Hear Me Fall
Helen Reddy --- I Am Woman; Hear Me Snore
Leslie Gore---It's My Procedure, and I'll Cry If I Want To
Willie Nelson ---On the Commode Again
Sounds like this was made up by some smartass ad men. I'm afraid they'll actually use the Denture Queen song. Abba is "made" for commercials. Now, all I want to do is come up with some renamed titles of my own.
Dave Clark Five: (And I'm Feelin') Bad All Over
James Brown: Papa's Got a Brand New Knee
Sam and Dave: (I'm a) Ole Man
Shirelles: Will You Still Know Me Tomorrow
Wilson Pickett: Facelift Sally
Sly and the Family Stone: Hot Flash in the Summertime
Moody Blues: Nights in White Statin
Lovin' Spoonful: Do You Believe in Prozac?
Angels: My Boyfriend's Back (It Is Giving Him Some Trouble)
John Lennon: Instant Heartburn's (Gonna Get You)
Elton John: Crocodile Rocker
Marvin Gaye: I Heard it Through My Doctor
Thursday, June 7, 2012
The Zen of Photoshop
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Bummer - European Travel Has Not Dropped in Price
Even though the Euro has fallen relative to the dollar, I just read (in USA Today) that European trips have not fallen in price. How can that be? Our currency is stronger than theirs.
Normally, I travel (everywhere) in the off season. Well, I haven't taken many trips lately because my husband has had three surgeries, my dog has had one, and my dog needs another one. Not only does this type of thing cut into travel time, these surgeries cost a tremendous amount of money. Yes, we love our dog, but you wouldn't believe how much money we're spending on him. He has something like hip dysplasia and they need to break both back legs and reset them. It's not like he's an old pup...he's two-years old.
Anyway, I travel during the off season because:
- It's cheaper.
- There are less tourists.
- The Euro hasn't dropped enough to make Americans change their plans.
- Airfare is at a 10-year high.
- Summer hotel rates haven't fallen, even in financially strapped countries like Ireland, Italy and Spain. (Well, you can get cheaper rates in Greece, but no one wants to go to a country with riots.)
So, this year, my husband and I are seeing the good ole USA in our Chevrolet (actually, it's a Toyota, but you know what I mean). We have visited relatives in Ottawa (not technically the USA, but close) and New Hampshire. And, if you're thinking about tootling about in either of these areas, I will be adding articles about Ottawa and NH when I get a chance. Look for them on Boomerinas.com.
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