Back in the Saddle

I know it’s been a while since I’ve written anything.  Things just got crazy the last couple weeks.  (I’ve got a few things up my sleeve…details to come soon.)

We’re already 3 weeks into the new year!  How are you doing with the resolutions and goals and changes you made in 2008?  Do you find yourself harboring some of yesteryear’s negative or limiting attitudes?  Have you reverted back to some of those old habits that keep you from getting anywhere? 

Have you fallen off the horse altogether?

Well, today’s message is, “Even if you’ve fallen, GET BACK UP!” 

In one particular area of my life, I’ve had some challenges.  Let’s just say that, since the Christmas and New Year’s holiday week, the After 7 club was more like the “Before AND After 7″ club.  I fell back into some bad eating habits.  I fell off the horse.

Nevertheless, I’m getting back up.  I am not done.  I am not giving up.  I can still make this work.  I’ve already started again and I feel good about it!

Just remember:  Winners aren’t the ones that never lose.  Winners are the ones that never quit!

On the Right Track

I’m on a mission!  I don’t just want to lose weight.  I want to be healthy.  And BEing healthy is a result of DOing healthy things.  Unfortunately, I have a number of unhealthy eating habits.  One such habit has been my tendency to eat big meals late at night.

Two weeks ago, I started the “After 7 Club“–a group of individuals committed to passing up those late night binges.  And honestly, I’ve been thrilled with the strength and discipline I’ve been able to demonstrate.  (I really believe a lot of it is a result of the accountability that comes from making a public commitment to something and having others join in on the effort.)

Well, something special happened on Saturday night.  I took my wife out on a dinner date to a Hibachi restaurant so there was another couple at our table.  Long story short…the gentleman seated near us, out of the nowhere, shared with us his testimony about how he lost 70 pounds.  His wife then began to tell us about how his snoring and sleep apnea impacted her sleeping, and consequently, their relationship.

He knew nothing about me, nor my efforts, before sharing that information.

I’m just amazed at the way God knows exactly when to send people and messages to let you know that you’re on the right track.

And here’s what I’m learning…those special “messengers” show up AFTER you’ve made a decision, and begun moving forward.