Miguel had a post that he termed a Ghost of his Health Past. That's not him, or me. But not too far from where I was: I keep that image to remind myself. I think I was approaching 300. This is me a few years ago: I've passed another sort of plateau. I've dropped ten … Continue reading There, but for the grace of God, go I
Category: Life Lessons
So what?
Found on Woodsterman: No shit. It never has. Minimum wage was never meant for the breadwinners in a family. Those are mostly miserable jobs that are a powerful incentive to better yourself. For me, back in the day, it was to pay for books, gas, fast food, and beer money. And who are we talking … Continue reading So what?
Life Lesson
I found this in my travels. Don't remember where, but it really resonates with me. Not only doesn't my side matter anymore, it never did. Realizing that was painful. Now, I rarely bother explaining myself. Just eat the "L" and move on. If you're a man, the sooner you learn this, the better.
Getting Fit
I ran in my second 5K last weekend. It was supposed to be back in April, but I was traveling and it wound up being rained out. So they rescheduled it for this month. I got up early Saturday, and really didn't want to go. I've been fighting allergies for a few months, and it's … Continue reading Getting Fit
Rest in Peace, My friend
No one tells me anything. I can't say how many friends or friend's parents die and I'll hear about it months, if not years later. I guess that's what happens when you lose touch. This time I found out on facebook. My friend Tom passed away, apparently in April. This was a shock, really. I'd … Continue reading Rest in Peace, My friend
Dealing with Knuckleheads
A few years ago, I was in Las Vegas for a convention where I met quite a few coworkers (and my boss) for the first time. There was a large contingent from my department as well. It was cool to meet everyone. One of the guys was really into bikes, having bought a Goldwing five … Continue reading Dealing with Knuckleheads
Getting Fit
It was tough getting back into it, after a week off traveling last month or so. But back to it I got. For the most part, it didn't take much to get back into the swing of things. But the last week or so my lungs are unhappy. Allergies and air quality are bad this … Continue reading Getting Fit
Thieves
Friggin Thieves. Months ago, one of my Bulova watches battery died. I took it to the local watch repair and the lady put in a battery. But that battery was too thick so it would stop when she put the case back on. She said she'd have to order the battery. I said I'd come … Continue reading Thieves
Life Lessons
Saw this on Phil's site: I'd add: Not only should you not abandon your cart in the middle of an aisle, you should put it back or in the cart return area when you leave. It shouldn't be left in the parking lot or bus stop. Not only should you acknowledge staff, you should do … Continue reading Life Lessons
Riding the pain train
Last week I was up in Virginia galavanting around. So, very little exercise. This week I'm back at it. Monday was super painful. I had a decent bike ride, making sure to take it easy. But later on when it was time to hit the weights, I suffered. I was sore before I even finished. … Continue reading Riding the pain train
