I will survive

My first five mile walk/run didn’t go as planned. I didn’t account for the hilly terrain and my body staged a minor revolt at the 1.88 mile point.

Left Leg: What the hell are you doing?
Brain: Shut the F&*^$ up and do what I tell you
Left Leg: Why don’t you come down here and push 180 pounds of flabby ass up this hill
Ass: I got your flabby right here you hairy B*&^
Left Leg: Let’s see you f%$&ers pull this hill without me

This about the time I found myself trying to pull my body over the curb and out of the way of oncoming traffic. The thought of being run over like a damn possum in the middle of the road was just too embarrassing. This is also about the time I realized that I forgot my cell phone. Anyway, once my leg stopped twitching I walked to the 2.12 mile mark and then headed back towards home. Obviously my plan to run 3 continuous miles and then Walk 2 will change to a run 1 walk .5 rotation until I can run the entire five mile route.

On the bright side I still managed to burn about 573 calories according to my GPS unit but that doesn't include the seizure which is good for another 150 calories.

its only life

The weather has sucked lately and my workouts have become an endangered species. I will start my five mile routine (run 3/walk2) until I can run the whole 5 miles. I found a couple of safe bike routes near the new house. I'll start some 30 mile bike rides next month as the weather permits.

I broke down and went to Steak and Shake for lunch today. An occasional treat won't ruin my overall health plan and keeps me from falling completely off the wagon. The Circle K changed their Honey Bun stock and I can honestly say that the thrill is gone.

This suck ass weather is holding up my driveway. Hopefully the cement truck will show up Friday. After the driveway is done the landscaper can do the yard Monday. Most of the electrical and the lighting fixtures are installed. The appliances should be installed Friday morning. I'll post more pictures this weekend

Reves De Star

That darn sinus infection ruined my mood for bloging. The counter tops are in along with the closet shelves and shower door. The plumbers were just getting started this afternoon so I should have a toilet by this evening. The tile looks nice but the pictures just don’t do them justice because of all the dust. I’m hoping they pour the driveway and do the lawn and sprinkler system before the rain starts this weekend.

Valentine’s Day was a hoot. We went out to a local club and had a nice time. The band was good and the food delicious. I occasionally prefer a smaller more intimate setting over the usual mosh pit chaos I’m known to enjoy.

Time to get my lazy bottom back on the road and put in some running miles. I was hoping to do some bike riding on President’s day but the forecast is predicting rain. Back to gym I guess for another boring treadmill run.

Jig of life

I’m back to the world of the healthy and ready to get in the groove of everyday life. The house is coming along just fine. The painters are almost finished and the driveway and sod should show up this week. I’m going to start packing after Valentine’s Day.

Oh well, I'm off to the candy store for some Valentine loot and maybe a few strips of leather to make the evening more interesting.

Last Temptation

Oh foul and wretched pastry from hell. Why dost thou tempt me? Thou are surely a creation designed purely for my destruction but yet so sweet upon my lips. Your consumption provides joy deep inside my soul as precious and intense as a young man experiencing a woman for the very first time.

I'm still on the wagon but temptation is always lurking at the Circle K on the way home. Fifty one cents can put 300 calories on my hips in a matter of minutes. I am holding strong and will get this honey bun monkey off my back once and for all.

The house is coming along and the paint should start today. The drywal work is finished, it is starting to look like a home. More pictures to come this weekend.

Happy Feelings

I shaved another 52 seconds of my 2.5 mile run. I'll go back to 3 mile runs next week. My short term goal is 5 miles before my charity run in April.

We closed on the old house today and now its time to go through all the crap we never unpacked and throw away or sell anything we just don't use anymore.

If I could just get rid of this infernal honey bun addiction my world would be perfect.

Lights, cameras, still waiting for some action

We picked out the lights Saturday morning. A necessary but slightly boring task. The choices we made are very nice and I'm sure we will be pleased with our selections for many years to come. Not much going on in terms of construction this weekend. The crew is waiting for the spackling to dry before the paint party begins.

At least Monica got a chance to take a picture with Sponge Bob at the Mall.

The workouts are coming along but I still can't wait for some spring weather. I plan on doing the Effective Cycling class in March and then try a few easy group rides. I really miss riding my bike. Maybe I'll get my lazy bottom out in the cold and do a few miles just for fun.

Never stop

I ran a 10 minute mile today. This may seem like a minor feat to most but is a big deal in my world. My winter break from running set me back to square one. I feel like I'm starting over. Next winter I will have to dress in layers and keep my routine.

The bricking will be complete by Friday afternoon. Next week the painters get to work. We pick the lighting Saturday and the cabinets should arrive late next week.

Home Sick

This wet weather is slowing down the outdoors work for the house. If we can get two dry days the brick layers will be able to finish. The drywall is still in stage 1 but looking very nice so far.

Stop F@#k%&* With My Head

The Sevendust concert this weekend totally kicked ass. The set list was filled with all the hardcore favorites. The tabernacle is a great concert hall and the opening acts were very good. My mosh-pit days are long behind me so we enjoyed the show from the balcony. You could feel the balcony sway as we all jumped up and down but no one seemed to care.

Wicked Wisdom had a great set. Jada Pinkett can afford the best musicians money can buy and she spared no expense. I was pleasantly surprised and will buy her CD when it is released next month.

Nonpoint has some very nice material. How did I let such a cool band get past my underground radar?

run for life

I am officially entered into the Atlantic Station 5k this April. Winter training is a problem; I tend to run for cover when the temp gets below 40. I purchased some cold weather running gear and intend to run 3 days a week and get my biking in on weekends when the temp is 50 or better. My group bicycling skills need some work before I can enter any bike races so I’ve planned a several group rides for this season. Hopefully I’ll be ready for some CAT5 racing in 2007. My goal for the Duathlon this year is to make the top 10 in my age division.



The bricking started Friday but bad weather cut construction activity short. They should get back to business Monday morning.




I attended my first basketball game a couple weeks ago. The blur you see is little Breanna running up and down the court. I’m not sure about all the rules and scoring but she seems to be having a lot of fun.

Homeward Bound

Master Bedroom Sitting Area
Insert Bed and Night stands here

The house is going well. The bricks were delivered along with the mortar Wednesday. I plan on getting a few throwing size bricks from the construction debris next week. You never know when a good brick might come in handy in this road rage crazy town.
view from foyer
Insert 42` LCD TV here

My PDA died yesterday. Fortunately, I purchased one of those rip-off extended warranties that I usually don’t bother buying. The store had to give me an upgraded model because the one I had was discontinued. I am now Bluetooth compatible and ready for some wireless action. One upgrade leads to another, now I have to get a Bluetooth access point.

Those three little pigs have nothing on me

brand new day

The new mirrors are installed and things are looking good. I'll never forget all the stories my old mirrors hold because they are a part of who I am today. Life experience is a wonderful thing. Whether its good or bad we still grow in a positive direction in the end.

My winter workout routine is taking shape and should hold me until better weather comes my way. Next week should bring a couple of spring like days which will allow me get in some biking or running.

The house progress has slowed but still going at a fairly brisk pace. I've decided to put the server and router in the master bedroom closet. I will eventually convince Monica to replace the Dinning room table we never use with a pool table but that battle will have to wait until after the home theatre is installed in the Master bedroom.

I'm probably going to take my motorcycle safety class in March. Then I'll have to choose between a cruiser or sport bike. My heart is with the sport bike but cruisers have more of a renegade Hells Angel look.

Oh well, I'm off to the local pub for a night of jazz, poetry and maybe a small sip of Whiskey.

a very good day

Today was a very good day. Work was a ton of fun and my afternoon workout went very well.

Looking in a mirror can be a serious matter. There’s a lot to be seen, years of stories and not so tall tales. Who is this middle age man staring back at me and what the hell has he been eating?(repeat: salad good - buffet bad)

My mortality is still a distant vision but somehow not so unfamiliar. No time to worry about that now, I still have a life to live and the fun is just beginning.

I’m going to buy some new mirrors; the old ones have served me well but its time to move on.



Insert new motorcycle here


Note to all you wish granters out there: when I said I wanted to be well rounded I was NOT referring to my ass

So Excited

The house is coming along with minimal problems. The changes we made in the master bedroom are looking good. We absorbed the 5th bedroom into the master to make a nice office/music room for my personal pleasure and delight. I’m as giddy as a virgin on Prom Night.

Progress is a constant factor in life and usually works for the best in the long run.


I've decided to run a couple of 5k races this spring and summer. One or two bike races would be nice but I haven't made any decisions in the Atlanta area yet.

The new year has come and all is right with the world.

The new house is well on the way to being finished by April. If the weather can remain fairly decent for a couple of months we may be able to move in a few weeks early.

Chateau Elan Duathlon 2005

I participated in my first Duathlon this year. I was nervous at the start but everything was very organized and guides were at every corner to make sure everyone stayed on the course.
The transitions went well and my coach/wife got me through it with minimal anxiety.

The first 2.5 mile run was faster than my usual time at 23 minutes. I was cold and tired but still in the race.

I made up for lost time on the 13 mile bike portion of the race. I was able to pass a lot of the faster runners especially on the hills. Police were at every corner which made for a safe and enjoyable ride. Next year I’m going to wear full finger gloves.

The second 2.5 mile run was hard. I got a little discouraged but ignored the voices in my head and pressed onward. The last half mile was uphill but I could see the finish and knew that my beautiful wife/coach was waiting with a smile.

I finished in 1hour and 46 minutes which is good for a first time participant. The rest of the weekend at the spa went really well. We sat in the hot tub to soothe my sore muscles and enjoyed the fine wine and cuisine that Chateau Elan is famous for around the world. We even had lunch at the gazebo where we got married two years ago. I must note that a Long Island Iced Tea works just as well as Advil

I can't wait until my next race in April

Time

I lost a relative and a friend this weekend. Dying actually isn't a sad event but for some reason the heart still feels a bit of sorrow. I'll miss the two of us sitting around and playing the blues on guitar slightly out of tune but no one really cared. It was all about having fun and enjoying the moment. Life is not about things or money but enjoying the time we have to share with the people we love. My Uncle Bobby may have left his frail body behind but he is still with me in my heart mind and soul.

See you in the next world and say hello to Hendrix for me