…and so is a plan without goals. Both are necessary ingredients. Basic steps to making change: Determine what needs to be changed (and how badly you want it changed–this is a great place for prayer!). Develop a plan of action. Set reasonable, measureable goals. Count the cost (what do you have to add/subtract in your…
Category: Health and Exercise
This picture looks familiar. Almost identical to the one two years ago when I first had the surgery on my shoulder. Had a good night though. Since I just noticed what shirt I have on, it’s a good time to encourage you to help out with Feed My Starving Children if you can.
A Stitch in Time
Today is the day. At 2:45, I go into surgery for the second time to get this left shoulder fixed. I appreciate all of you who have said you will pray for me. Also, pray for my surgeon, Dr. Dorizas, a godly man I’ll “introduce” you to later, if I get the chance. I’m going…
A Super Saturday
Great morning leading a discussion in one of our Institute classes. It’s such a privilege for me to participate, much more lead a group like that. I love seeing the growth that’s happening as a result. Late this afternoon, Jacob and I went for a run together at the campground at Chester Frost Park. Actually…
When Despair Creeps In
If I am being completely honest and transparent with you, I’m struggling. I’m wrestling with the mental affects of chronic pain. Now, chronic pain can be labeled in different ways and is usually reserved for pain that has no real end in sight. Hopefully, that is not the definition for me. I have been dealing…
Shoulder injection coming up. They brought it in and left it so I could look at it a while. #cruel
Shoulder injection coming up. They brought it in and left it so I could look at it a while. #cruel
Balance
This year for me is all about balance. I’m trying very hard to seek “moderation in all things” and imbalance in none. That’s a huge challenge for me! So far, though, I’m eating right, working out regularly, finding consistency in Scripture reading, and working towards balance between work, family and personal time. That last one…
Motivation
Ok, I’m trying to get motivated. I’m trying to get motivated to……..I’m trying to get motivated to………………….get in shape. There…said it. As hard as it is for me to say it, it’s that much harder for me to do it. I’m really starting to move into that area where I’m thinking more seriously that I…