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New Year’s Resolution #5: Lose the Fat

(Please note that this post has been delayed due to the fact that I went out for a pizza.) Seriously. My body composition had gotten considerably off during my months of prolonged non-training.  My goal was to lose four pounds … Continue reading

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Take A Balance Break…

…and be the best you can be.  ALL that you can be.  It’s a lot of work, and it takes a lot of practice.  So just for part of the day think about how “great” or good or peaceful or … Continue reading

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New Year’s Resolution #7: Practice Intimacy

Firstly, I haven’t forgotten about Resolutions 2-6.  Just needed to jump ahead here.  Secondly, the actual resolution needs a little explaining.  But first…a story. Over the years I have gotten to known a few homeless people.  Ruth in Hartford affectionately … Continue reading

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New Year’s Resolution #1: Toughen Up!

I’ve been meaning to write a thank-you note (of sorts) to two men I met last year.  I don’t know how to get it to them, so I pray for them, ask God to protect them, and hope that they’ll … Continue reading

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Just Wondering

Wonder Woman, Wonder Woman. All the world is waiting for you And the power you possess. In your satin tights, Fighting for your rights And the old Red, White and Blue. …Now the world is ready for you, and the wonders … Continue reading

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Perfect Balance Phase IV: Time to Work

The “real” purpose of my Arizona trip was to work, and the time has come to do just that.  There was no mistake in the scheduling; it was orchestrated as it should be.  Travel.  Get butt kicked.  Travel.  Have spiritual and introspective time.  Travel.  Teach.  … Continue reading

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Perfect Balance Phase II…Ready to Run?

Today I got up nice and early.  Actually, I woke up so many times during the night.  The great news is that I’m not waking up every time I roll over or just because everything H-U-R-T-S…  This time I awoke … Continue reading

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Perfect Balance Phase I: Phoenix Bound

Sometimes life has….perfect timing.  I left for Phoenix this morning, and Hartley’s daughter came in for a visit last night; I cleared out of the guest room just as she needed a place to sleep. I’m travelling for business, but … Continue reading

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Resolute and Determined!

I casually polled my friends and clients last week. While a few could list a couple of New Year’s Resolutions, most people rolled their eyes a bit when I questioned them. Clearly, not everyone is a fan of “the list”. … Continue reading

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R and R (and R…)

It’s been a while.  Blog thoughts fill my head, but I feel somewhat obligated (even if to nobody but myself) to write about “year end”.  January 2008 found me coming off the “high” of my first Ironman.  The year had … Continue reading

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