Burning My Plow

It has been a long time since I wrote a blog about my journey.  The excuses I used don't matter the results do.  Since my last blog I have manged to put back on about 30 pounds.  It is not hard to do at all once you start slipping to crash back into an old life.  I started cheating on my diet swearing it was a one time deal......what a lie.  I missed workouts....I stopped talking to people about my journey....I just shut down.  I began living in survival mode.  Last night I heard a pastor preach on the burning your plow so there was no returning to your old life.  It struck me like a ton of bricks.  I never let go of my fat way of thinking...........I am here today to tell you I have made a shift and by my 35 birthday in January I will be under 400lbs.........What is holding you back?

Time Served

Time served is a phrase that has a distinct meaning in my mind. Today I decide that it would become my motto for life. I no longer am going to be bound by my own fear, or the opinions of others. My time has been served and I am free. I am not afraid of violating my parole and going back into bondage because I have been made free. My weight has served as the bars around my future but no more will I allow myself to be cut off from my destiny. The question is what will you do with your freedom? Make good choices and be free.........

Get Some

This morning I shaved 4 minutes off my mile just by jogging some of it.  I did not go for a time run but instead I had a tangible distance.  One step at a time I moved closer to a 16min mile. I know for some of you that may be your 3 mile pace, but I am 3 times your weight too so it is a wash. Today pick a spot and push through it no matter how hard or strange it may feel at first.  Be determined to reach your goal and not give up before you get your breakthrough........Live free and be Strong......Operation get Skinny in full effect.......

Today.....I am

It has been almost 4 1/2 months since my first blog.  I have lost 40 pounds and completed my 1st 5k.  I have also written 72 blogs between then and now about the journey.  Along the way there has been many people who have helped and encouraged me to keep pushing, and even a few boneheads who have been discouraging. The joke is on them because I am an over-comer. I have had a tremendous opportunity to get to know some other biggest loser 13 hopefuls, who remind me daily that I am not alone in this struggle.  That being said some days I think I should attend Over-eaters Anonymous because I get cravings that make me want to stick my hand in hot fudge and eat until my mouth was tired. Thankfully I know that is not the best option for me today. My family has also found a church that feels like home with people who love Jesus and are working towards a better future. Now that everyone is caught up to speed with my journey we can move forward to destination skinny (borrowed from a friend but love it).

WARNING......if my blogs sound preachy or mention the name of Jesus to much for you I am sorry you feel that way but the journey has became more than just my weight loss.  I have stirred the fire that is in my heart for Jesus and I will pursue His will with the same drive I use for my weight loss...........Live free and be strong.......

I am....

I am ______. You fill in the blank. What do you say about your self? What are you calling yourself? You set the foundation for how others will see you by the words you say.

In Exodus 3:14 God calls Himself "I AM". God know the people would know Him by that name. So next time you say "I am ...." think is that what you want to be known by.  I have said "I am fat" most of my life. I am learning now to say "My body is fat but I am sexy". I am a positive role model for change. I am an overcomer. I am able to run and not grow weary. I am a blogger. I am a speaker. I am living a life for God. I am............ What are you?  Live free and be strong.........

A walk to remember

This morning I had a walk with a new friend.  We have not spent much time together until today, it was like we had known each other forever.I felt as if I was looking in a mirror and not just because he is a big guy also. I believe it was the spirit of God in both of us. It is refreshing to spend time with someone who loves Jesus. We shared about the past, present, and future and how God is the same yesterday, today and tomorrow. I know this is a powerful friendship for the journey he and I are both on. God is good all the time. Live free and be strong..........

I do

This November my wife Mega and I will celebrate 10 years of marriage.  She is my best friend most days ( I am not the easiest person to deal with). When I said "I do" I intended to keep that true so I had to change my way of thinking towards her and others. I had to adjust my words and actions to that of a married man who was in a committed relationship. One rule we but into effect early was we never threaten to leave each other and never, ever, ever talk about divorce. Now I can't speak for her but I am stupid and hurtful when I am mad so these simple rules have kept me out of trouble over the years. It really was "I do" not "I will try". Commitment will allow change to happen. If you jump ship when things get rough you may be swallowed up by a whale like Jonah in the bible. Life is not easy and sometimes it is down right hard but you decide how to handle it. Your words reflect your heart and commitment towards your goal. I have been on this weight loss journey for a few months now but last night I realized I have to stop trying to eat right and just do it. I will not talk about being fat but instead I will focus on what life will be like when the weight is gone. Focus on the person you are becoming not the person you were. Vision stirs up passion and passion breeds work and work brings change. Catch the vision for your life and push to your future, you are worth it........