tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post282938111792979254..comments2024-03-20T21:54:36.152+10:00Comments on Going Grey and Slightly Green: Learning new skillsNanna Chelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07500527266771727074noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-30073348200104494032015-07-04T23:01:19.175+10:002015-07-04T23:01:19.175+10:00Kelly, I finished one online course which was fair...Kelly, I finished one online course which was fairly brief and I did start another one but haven't gone past the introduction. I really need to get motivated to get stuck into it. It is just so easy to grab the little point and shoot when I head outside rather than lug the DSLR around but I must slot in time every couple of days to learn how to use it properly. I would love to take photos like you do.Nanna Chelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07500527266771727074noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-56449081819194908002015-07-04T22:59:31.219+10:002015-07-04T22:59:31.219+10:00Yes Hutchy, after being in the same work environme...Yes Hutchy, after being in the same work environment it is such a change to be in a quiet atmosphere all the time with not much mental stimulation at all. Some days I wake up and have to try and work out what day it is. LOL! Nanna Chelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07500527266771727074noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-14323843829604964612015-07-04T15:01:32.764+10:002015-07-04T15:01:32.764+10:00It seems as though you're doing all the right ...It seems as though you're doing all the right things. <br />Having worked a good deal with the elderly and just through observing older people I have found to 2 key things to a stimulating daily life: <br />1. Faith - this is a no brainer for me, my faith is the most important thing to me and motivates all I do.<br />2. Learning - some people seem to feel they have nothing new to learn after a certain age and these are the people who are the least happy because it seems they have given up on life.<br />How is your photography going with the new camera? Kelly Casanovahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13089138869326091823noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-60897286299388922062015-07-02T06:19:57.078+10:002015-07-02T06:19:57.078+10:00I also worry about the whole brain stimulation thi...I also worry about the whole brain stimulation thing Chel. For the last two years I've had french lessons but gave it a rest this year. Like you I used to play the guitar and I must get back to it. Learning new songs would help I think as does blog writing. Time for another new challenge though. I just have to find it. Hutchyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09616616897824859112noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-63534775210684893142015-07-01T15:52:51.665+10:002015-07-01T15:52:51.665+10:00Come on Chel, you can do it. I love it but then ...Come on Chel, you can do it. I love it but then i am an Accountant. Numbers make the world go round. Oh, Happy New Year to me!!! Its the 1/7. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12605358521258969537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-87634941847505458182015-06-30T22:47:23.821+10:002015-06-30T22:47:23.821+10:00I agree about being on the computer too much, Tani...I agree about being on the computer too much, Tania. However, I also find other blogs interesting to read and to find out what is going on in other areas of Australia and the world. I have pinned that recipe so I don't forget about it and will give it a try. Thanks heaps. Nanna Chelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07500527266771727074noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-7197957001362107632015-06-30T22:45:52.206+10:002015-06-30T22:45:52.206+10:00I don't think my brain is over stimulated sinc...I don't think my brain is over stimulated since retiring, Deb. I did try Sudoku but couldn't work it out. I should give it another go as it was a few years ago that I had a try. Nanna Chelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07500527266771727074noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-57927154753377227192015-06-30T22:39:21.529+10:002015-06-30T22:39:21.529+10:00I think too much on your mind can cause forgetfuln...I think too much on your mind can cause forgetfulness. I know it does it for me. And I know that spending too much time on the computer numbs your brain too...<br /><br />I agree with Lynda, music and dance would be perfect for keeping your brain active. For example, look at that 100 year old lady dancer (Eileen Kramer) that was on TV a while back. She is simply elegant and very much switched on. She is a lady of many talents.<br /><br />Sardines Nanna Chel? I found this recipe last night and I am going to try it soon as it sounds a bit more interesting than plain sardines http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/lemon_sardine_pasta.html<br /><br />xTaniaTaniahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10176661940614462611noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-46497679956176422452015-06-30T11:47:41.274+10:002015-06-30T11:47:41.274+10:00My brain is over stimulated, as well as the knitti...My brain is over stimulated, as well as the knitting, I also love Sudoku it is another time waster, when I should be doing exercise.DbrhH.https://www.blogger.com/profile/13052036567121618203noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-38743616409538524822015-06-30T09:55:07.796+10:002015-06-30T09:55:07.796+10:00Lynda, I don't play the piano but I used to pl...Lynda, I don't play the piano but I used to play the guitar. Perhaps I could learn how to play my son's bagpipes. Now that would really upset the neighbours LOL!Nanna Chelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07500527266771727074noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-20085363715227423532015-06-30T09:24:26.448+10:002015-06-30T09:24:26.448+10:00Chel, i dont know anyone who tries so hard to be a...Chel, i dont know anyone who tries so hard to be active, and engaged with life more than you. I dont think you are in any danger and i agree with Kathy. You have been stuffing that poor brain of yours with all these newly learnt skills and it is just overstuffed. The filing cabinet is full. I have only one suggestion and it seems to have worked wonders for my 85 years old MUM and that is music. She is still playing and writing music on her ole upright piano. Still entertaining the "oldies" at two homes and occasionally learning new pieces "on request". She play solitaire as well. I have a piano as well and its sitting there in readiness for my retirement when i will have lessons again and hopefully play myself to old age. Pity the neighbors. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12605358521258969537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-4914513476744283112015-06-29T09:48:27.999+10:002015-06-29T09:48:27.999+10:00Kathy, that definitely does sound much better. LOL...Kathy, that definitely does sound much better. LOL!Nanna Chelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07500527266771727074noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-53625912706568422872015-06-29T09:09:34.058+10:002015-06-29T09:09:34.058+10:00You could always use my excuse - I have accumulate...You could always use my excuse - I have accumulated so much information that my brain is sometimes storing odd bits in files on its own! The information is there I'm just not sure where it is filed, so I am forgetting things because I have so much knowledge! There - doesn't that sound better than getting old!!!Kathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18209722078916803400noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-10308727084609484292015-06-28T22:21:41.970+10:002015-06-28T22:21:41.970+10:00Concentrating on a knitting pattern must do someth...Concentrating on a knitting pattern must do something good for one's brain, Joyful. At least moving around and not sitting will keep you reasonably fit with your busy days. Nanna Chelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07500527266771727074noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-28922153226860542302015-06-28T22:18:25.330+10:002015-06-28T22:18:25.330+10:00Phil, I have done that too. Often I will find myse...Phil, I have done that too. Often I will find myself driving to my former workplace without thinking. LOL! Nanna Chelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07500527266771727074noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-80392064512767575512015-06-28T21:53:50.916+10:002015-06-28T21:53:50.916+10:00I'm always trying to learn something new! Kni...I'm always trying to learn something new! Knitting for instance. We have learned to control Cholesterol by eating less red meats. More fish and chicken. My doctor recommended the Mediterranian Diet. It's so yummy! Lots of great foods on this plan.<br />Excercise, no, I don't get enough actual excercise but I go sun up to sun down. Some day... things will slow down and I will be able to work out some.<br />Hope you have a great week.Monicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17659675759066363838noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1556636739806282968.post-27080572298587544522015-06-28T21:12:29.070+10:002015-06-28T21:12:29.070+10:00Goodness me if forgetting the odd name etc is all ...Goodness me if forgetting the odd name etc is all that is happening you are doing just fine! Try driving and completely forgetting where you were heading (I did this the other day) - aaaargh.poggeauxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00754636457782658089noreply@blogger.com