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People Like Being Unhealthy
People Like Being Unhealthy. In fact, you probably like being unhealthy. And odds are you know a lot of people who also like to be unhealthy. Right? Absolutely. Why? I have no idea. None. But I have a hunch, but … Continue reading
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Pain Update
Pain update. Short and sweet. Yes, the pain is still nagging me, slowing things down, tempting me to become very discouraged. Tempting me, and I shudder to think about it, to quit. Quit? Yes. Quit. This has been going on … Continue reading
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2009 World Championships
Lane 8 at 2009 World Championships in Lahti, Finland. That’s “Jack”, my son’s Teddy Bear. He has three exactly alike. He got them as gifts years ago. The collar is actually inscribed “Jack”. Our son was born in August 2000. … Continue reading
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What’s Impossible?
What is impossible? Almost everything, right? Our goals, our ambitions, World Peace, eliminating poverty. What is possible? Ordinary, average, common, within reach, comfortable. If people only focus on what’s impossible, they won’t focus on what is possible. Did you catch … Continue reading
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Master’s Advocate
Getting motivated is one thing. Achieving a big goal is another. But staying active for the rest of your life, now there’s an impossible goal. Motivation is like a meal, several hours later, we are in need of more. Here’s … Continue reading
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It’s Easier When…
It’s easier to exercise and eat sensibly during: Youth – the full pressure of job, Family, mortgages is unknown Mating season – (once we’ve mated, what’s the motivation?) Wake up calls – motivating because of glaring consequences The reality? In … Continue reading
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No Expectations?
On the drive to Victory Martial Arts “Safety Demonstration” (recruiting) yesterday, I reminded our son there was no expectation that he enroll and take lessons. All the children participated, even the first timers. Our son eagerly lined up. Surprisingly, two … Continue reading
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Maybe Today?
Maybe today is the day our son finds a physical activity that interests him. He is great on exercising his Mind. Great with his Spirit. Decent on Money. Body? Well, he has a keen understanding of nutrition for a nine-year … Continue reading
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Where Were You When The World Stopped Turning?
Where Were You When The World Stopped Turning? Although it may not seem so, it might be a good idea to watch this. If you don’t have five minutes to spare on a day like today, maybe your life is … Continue reading
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What Came First?
What came first?: The chicken or the egg The ostrich or the chicken Stick your head in the sand Chickensh!t Does it even matter? It does if you want to be an example instead of a warning. “I don’t want … Continue reading
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