The Loft: Butches and Femmes in their 40s, 50s and over.

WolfyOne · 11-20-2009, 11:46 PM

Looking around the place and liking this Loft. Wondering how I missed seeing this thread. Pulling up an overstuffed recliner and getting comfy because.....well, just because I can, lol. I'm just gonna watch for a while as I sit back and check ya'll out.

ksrainbow · 11-21-2009, 04:22 PM

Well, let me say this! being 50 something: I cannot say that I am the most knowldegeable nor poetic about my age! But I can attest to being my age is wonderful! (only if I knew then what I know now) kinda info! Adding a 23 yr old son to the mix has added even more of "wishes"!

It is great to be settled and sound in many ways, but 'newness' is always a venue that I admit I am attracted too! To have the ability to enjoy fresh and open thoughts and experiences etc. is what keeps me striving for knowledge! Please do share words of wisdom and adventures that willl assist me away from the 'rut' that I so easily fall into !

ks

Jet · 11-21-2009, 04:43 PM

Hi Lofters, just got back from seeing Precious. I have no comment about the movie. Good to see people joining in the Loft. I'll be around tonight checking in from time to time.

ksrainbow · 11-21-2009, 05:00 PM

Hi Jet: sorry if I am outta the loop...."Precious" ? Help me out lol! I am an old 50 something

Jet · 11-21-2009, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by ksrainbow

Hi Jet: sorry if I am outta the loop...."Precious" ? Help me out lol! I am an old 50 something

Precious is produced by Oprah and Tyler Perry based on the book "Push" by Sapphire.

Both coast newspapers and Rolling Stone are singing its praises. it opened in Atlanta a few days ago.

morningstar55 · 11-21-2009, 05:18 PM

....... im hangin here about 15 miles north of Louisville KY.. into Ind.....
bored to tears.....

i been reading some postings here........ and i must say ..
it makes me wonder how I made it this far.. in my life.... heh..
and the mention of life being unfair... and just surviving... well .. tis can be all true i guess.. and i am sure i could dwell on all that myself
but ya know what.???
i am still alive..... and enjoying my life to its fullest.. despite some set backs.
its amazing how we all keep moving forward..
its not a matter of just surviving.... its a matter of living and enjoying life and things and those around you.

ksrainbow · 11-21-2009, 05:20 PM

Aww yes have heard...being in Kansas the theaters are not up to the latest news or flicks! will take notice! thank you jet......

ks

Pennysparkles · 11-22-2009, 03:15 AM

hi there, I'm happy to see a room for oldies

I'm 45, living in the UK and feel younger every day!

Two-spirit · 09-27-2012, 11:15 AM

Nice to see all of u WISE woman and men..

45 here and don't look like it ..THANK GOD !..

Twospirirt,softbutch,RI..

Dance-with-me · 09-27-2012, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Two-spirit

45 here and don't look like it ..THANK GOD !...

See, I take a different approach to that: when folks tell me I don't look at all like I'm 53, I tell them that this is what 53 looks like, not their presumption of someone looking a lot older!

ruthie14 · 09-27-2012, 07:43 PM

Well dr said, I'm not bleeding anymore so that is good. Not anemic.. .also good! Have to see a gi guy to find out what is going on however. Dr gave me another medicine to take. Hopefully this will be temporary! Went online and found out that Mom's GI is on my ins plan... YAY!!!!! he is a real peach. Will call him tomorrow to see when I can set up an appt AFTER my next payday. Too many bills!!!

Mel.... it's just growing pains... lol

Welcome Helena!

Morningstar...thanks for the well wishes!

Off to bed and hopefully some sleep!!

ttyl

Ruthie

DMW · 09-27-2012, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by ruthie14

Well dr said, I'm not bleeding anymore so that is good. Not anemic.. .also good! Have to see a gi guy to find out what is going on however. Dr gave me another medicine to take. Hopefully this will be temporary! Went online and found out that Mom's GI is on my ins plan... YAY!!!!! he is a real peach. Will call him tomorrow to see when I can set up an appt AFTER my next payday. Too many bills!!!

Mel.... it's just growing pains... lol

Welcome Helena!

Morningstar...thanks for the well wishes!

Off to bed and hopefully some sleep!!

ttyl

Ruthie

I am glad you are going in Ruthie. I hope you don't take anything to cause the bleeding...like ibuprophen and plavix...i don't know if you are on plavix but, that can cause it too. i haven't had a chance to read all about it...i have been watching. worried face...i am sure that the dr's have checked to see what drugs could be upsetting or possibly causing the bleeding. I realize you aren't bleeding anymore but, good to find out why..
Not anemic is good...chrons and celiac..humm. Meaning, i doubt you have those issues because you are not anemic..phew

morningstar55 · 09-28-2012, 11:00 AM

Howdy loft dwellers and peekers
I need nap ... sigh ..
In other news ..... im in Iowa and soclose but yet so far and no drive time to visit with the incredible Mr Dutch Leonard .. sigh....
I will how ever b picking up a load up here and will be traveling on .
I35 ... allllll the way to Lorado tx, .....
. Anyone along the way ???? MIGHT have time for a pit stop ...

Ok I need a nap ... will try to catch up on postings later

ruthie14 · 09-28-2012, 03:42 PM

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Originally Posted by DMW

I am glad you are going in Ruthie. I hope you don't take anything to cause the bleeding...like ibuprophen and plavix...i don't know if you are on plavix but, that can cause it too. i haven't had a chance to read all about it...i have been watching. worried face...i am sure that the dr's have checked to see what drugs could be upsetting or possibly causing the bleeding. I realize you aren't bleeding anymore but, good to find out why..
Not anemic is good...chrons and celiac..humm. Meaning, i doubt you have those issues because you are not anemic..phew

It may be an ulcer. I have cronic reflux (born with it) so all that extra acid could be causing the trouble. I also have celiac but have been wheat free for about 6 years, so I shouldn't be having trouble there. Of course, it could have caused damage the rest of the 40 plus years I didn't know I had it.

Anyway, got an appt for October 18th so I will find out more then. I'm sure I will end up with tests, but at least we may find out what is going on!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Ruthie

Mel C. · 09-27-2012, 07:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Helena_Handbasket

Does posting here mean I am actually leaning towards possibly accepting the fact that I'm over 40?

Like they say in song you are sexy and you know it!!!

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Originally Posted by morningstar55

Haha..... sucks getting old ... yes??
What part of mi ? I go to various parts but mostly neat Detroit... maybe meet for coffee?? Eats???

I'm in Ann Arbor for now...might be heading out soon. Let me know when you are in the area. Detroit isn't far.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Two-spirit

45 here and don't look like it ..THANK GOD !..

I'm not sure whether I look 45, but I certainly feel 45 (on a good day lol)

Helena_Handbasket · 09-28-2012, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Mel (aka BlistexLez)

Like they say in song you are sexy and you know it!!!

Wellll thank you!

Apocalipstic · 11-22-2009, 04:20 PM

I don't have any grandkids, but I am AuntieJen and Aunt Jenny, depending who you ask! I was wild running in the bars in my 20s, I was not fit to bring anyone into this world. My sister and some of my friends have had kids in their 40's, but I can't have kids anymore, and even if I could I don't see myself as a very good influence. Laugh.

I love the more you grow, the more you glow!

Jet, I love musicals too, I saw South Pacific live many years ago with Robert Goulet. Fabulous! Have you seen the West Side story revival?

HumV, I don't know about going gray..I am not ready. When I am, I think I will go for blue and match it with all my clothes.

Time does go wayy faster!

Jet · 11-22-2009, 04:30 PM

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Originally Posted by apocalipstic

I don't have any grandkids, but I am AuntieJen and Aunt Jenny, depending who you ask! I was wild running in the bars in my 20s, I was not fit to bring anyone into this world. My sister and some of my friends have had kids in their 40's, but I can't have kids anymore, and even if I could I don't see myself as a very good influence. Laugh.

I love the more you grow, the more you glow!

Jet, I love musicals too, I saw South Pacific live many years ago with Robert Goulet. Fabulous! Have you seen the West Side story revival?

HumV, I don't know about going gray..I am not ready. When I am, I think I will go for blue and match it with all my clothes.

Time does go wayy faster!

No I haven't seen the WSS revival and I'm not sure I would want to. Some things are best left alone in my book. Natalie Wood (w/Marnie Nixon's voice) and the whole cast and direction from Robert Wise. I could listen to "Tonight" and "Maria" and "Blues Promenade " at the dance in the gym, over and over...beautiful. I chose West Side Story as my signature because it connotes my kind of old school.

Apocalipstic · 11-22-2009, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Ol' Jet

No I haven't seen the WSS revival and I'm not sure I would want to. Some things are best left alone in my book. Natalie Wood (w/Marnie Nixon's voice) and the whole cast and direction from Robert Wise. I could listen to "Tonight" and "Maria" and "Blues Promenade " at the dance in the gym, over and over...beautiful. I chose West Side Story as my signature because it connotes my kind of old school.

I agree that the movie is just perfect! I have not seen it yet either, but may if I get the chance. I love seeing shows live and I want to see if and how they interpreted the angst of the time in which it was written.

Galahad · 11-22-2009, 05:42 PM

Glad to see this thread.Thanks Jet. I'm 52, just a spring chicken. Taking care of my parents is aging me rapidly though. It's harder than having a two year old. I'm actually looking forward to my 80's when I get to be the cranky, stubborn old goat.

11-21-2009, 05:18 PM	#6
morningstar55 Senior Member How Do You Identify?: femme,she Preferred Pronoun?: she,her, Relationship Status: very single Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: western NY Posts: 3,809 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 5,280 Thanked 4,240 Times in 1,845 Posts Rep Power: 21474855	....... im hangin here about 15 miles north of Louisville KY.. into Ind..... bored to tears..... i been reading some postings here........ and i must say .. it makes me wonder how I made it this far.. in my life.... heh.. and the mention of life being unfair... and just surviving... well .. tis can be all true i guess.. and i am sure i could dwell on all that myself but ya know what.??? i am still alive..... and enjoying my life to its fullest.. despite some set backs. its amazing how we all keep moving forward.. its not a matter of just surviving.... its a matter of living and enjoying life and things and those around you. __________________ -------------------------------------------- life is to short to wake up in the morning with regrets so love the people who treat you right, forget about the ones who dont, and believe that everything happens for a reason. If you get a chance take it... if it changes your life let it.

11-22-2009, 03:15 AM	#8
Pennysparkles Junior Member How Do You Identify?: Femme Preferred Pronoun?: She Relationship Status: Single Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: UK Posts: 6 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 0 Thanked 5 Times in 3 Posts Rep Power: 0	45 and getting younger! hi there, I'm happy to see a room for oldies I'm 45, living in the UK and feel younger every day!

09-28-2012, 11:00 AM	#13
morningstar55 Senior Member How Do You Identify?: femme,she Preferred Pronoun?: she,her, Relationship Status: very single Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: western NY Posts: 3,809 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 5,280 Thanked 4,240 Times in 1,845 Posts Rep Power: 21474855	Howdy loft dwellers and peekers I need nap ... sigh .. In other news ..... im in Iowa and soclose but yet so far and no drive time to visit with the incredible Mr Dutch Leonard .. sigh.... I will how ever b picking up a load up here and will be traveling on . I35 ... allllll the way to Lorado tx, ..... . Anyone along the way ???? MIGHT have time for a pit stop ... Ok I need a nap ... will try to catch up on postings later __________________ -------------------------------------------- life is to short to wake up in the morning with regrets so love the people who treat you right, forget about the ones who dont, and believe that everything happens for a reason. If you get a chance take it... if it changes your life let it.

11-20-2009, 11:46 PM	#1
WolfyOne Magically Delicious How Do You Identify?: Gentle Butch Relationship Status: Single and content Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Minnesota Posts: 6,558 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 22,052 Thanked 15,391 Times in 4,138 Posts Rep Power: 21474858	Looking around the place and liking this Loft. Wondering how I missed seeing this thread. Pulling up an overstuffed recliner and getting comfy because.....well, just because I can, lol. I'm just gonna watch for a while as I sit back and check ya'll out.

11-21-2009, 04:22 PM	#2
ksrainbow Member How Do You Identify?: Valued Relationship Status: UNO Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Kansas Posts: 773 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 1,759 Thanked 2,192 Times in 573 Posts Rep Power: 21474852	Well, let me say this! being 50 something: I cannot say that I am the most knowldegeable nor poetic about my age! But I can attest to being my age is wonderful! (only if I knew then what I know now) kinda info! Adding a 23 yr old son to the mix has added even more of "wishes"! It is great to be settled and sound in many ways, but 'newness' is always a venue that I admit I am attracted too! To have the ability to enjoy fresh and open thoughts and experiences etc. is what keeps me striving for knowledge! Please do share words of wisdom and adventures that willl assist me away from the 'rut' that I so easily fall into ! ks

11-21-2009, 04:43 PM	#3
Jet Timed Out - TOS Drama How Do You Identify?: .. Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: .. Posts: 3,471 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 292 Thanked 2,647 Times in 1,293 Posts Rep Power: 0	Hi Lofters, just got back from seeing Precious. I have no comment about the movie. Good to see people joining in the Loft. I'll be around tonight checking in from time to time.

11-21-2009, 05:00 PM	#4
ksrainbow Member How Do You Identify?: Valued Relationship Status: UNO Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Kansas Posts: 773 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 1,759 Thanked 2,192 Times in 573 Posts Rep Power: 21474852	Hi Jet: sorry if I am outta the loop...."Precious" ? Help me out lol! I am an old 50 something

11-21-2009, 05:20 PM	#7
ksrainbow Member How Do You Identify?: Valued Relationship Status: UNO Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Kansas Posts: 773 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 1,759 Thanked 2,192 Times in 573 Posts Rep Power: 21474852	Aww yes have heard...being in Kansas the theaters are not up to the latest news or flicks! will take notice! thank you jet...... ks

09-27-2012, 11:15 AM	#9
Two-spirit Junior Member How Do You Identify?: Native American Preferred Pronoun?: soft butch Relationship Status: single Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 76 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 257 Thanked 238 Times in 69 Posts Rep Power: 1745520	Nice to see all of u WISE woman and men.. 45 here and don't look like it ..THANK GOD !.. Twospirirt,softbutch,RI..

09-27-2012, 07:43 PM	#11
ruthie14 Member How Do You Identify?: femme Preferred Pronoun?: she Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: NJ Posts: 844 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 1,904 Thanked 1,245 Times in 461 Posts Rep Power: 5946335	Well dr said, I'm not bleeding anymore so that is good. Not anemic.. .also good! Have to see a gi guy to find out what is going on however. Dr gave me another medicine to take. Hopefully this will be temporary! Went online and found out that Mom's GI is on my ins plan... YAY!!!!! he is a real peach. Will call him tomorrow to see when I can set up an appt AFTER my next payday. Too many bills!!! Mel.... it's just growing pains... lol Welcome Helena! Morningstar...thanks for the well wishes! Off to bed and hopefully some sleep!! ttyl Ruthie

11-22-2009, 04:20 PM	#17
Apocalipstic Pink Confection How Do You Identify?: Femme Preferred Pronoun?: She, Her, Ma'am Relationship Status: Dating Myself Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Nashville Posts: 4,266 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 17,195 Thanked 11,362 Times in 2,838 Posts Rep Power: 21474856	I don't have any grandkids, but I am AuntieJen and Aunt Jenny, depending who you ask! I was wild running in the bars in my 20s, I was not fit to bring anyone into this world. My sister and some of my friends have had kids in their 40's, but I can't have kids anymore, and even if I could I don't see myself as a very good influence. Laugh. I love the more you grow, the more you glow! Jet, I love musicals too, I saw South Pacific live many years ago with Robert Goulet. Fabulous! Have you seen the West Side story revival? HumV, I don't know about going gray..I am not ready. When I am, I think I will go for blue and match it with all my clothes. Time does go wayy faster!

11-22-2009, 05:42 PM	#20
Galahad Member How Do You Identify?: do I have to? Relationship Status: single Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: I.E. Southern California Posts: 425 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 1,300 Thanked 339 Times in 151 Posts Rep Power: 1446604	Glad to see this thread.Thanks Jet. I'm 52, just a spring chicken. Taking care of my parents is aging me rapidly though. It's harder than having a two year old. I'm actually looking forward to my 80's when I get to be the cranky, stubborn old goat.