Well training moved into week two, the mileage now begins to go upwards. Last week we were suppose to walk a total of 6 miles. This week we will walk about 7 miles. I walked 8 miles last week, and probably will do about the same. I pulled a muscle in my cafe or at least strained it, but it is not enough to keep me from keeping my walk training up-to-date.
This last Sunday I was the fill-in speaker, since Pastor Bruce is on vacation. I thought I did a pretty good job, and I got a lot of great comments. The best one to me was, "every time you speak, you get better." Anyway if you want to listen to the message you can go to Sermon Central, a place where we post all TABC Sunday morning messages.
Kelli is almost 1 year old, and her birthday party is coming up soon. I can't believe that I have been a dad for almost one year. It is amazing to be a dad, and I am so glad that God has gifted me with such a wonderful wife and daughter.
Talk to you later.
Tuesday, February 28, 2006
Wednesday, February 22, 2006
Funny Video
This is a video I stumbled upon this evening.
Pretty Amazing.
Workout News
Kelli and I went to the gym for about 40 minutes tonight. It was the toughest night yet. I think mainly because there was no specified requirement for the night. I will post the schedule when i get a chance.
Pretty Amazing.
Workout News
Kelli and I went to the gym for about 40 minutes tonight. It was the toughest night yet. I think mainly because there was no specified requirement for the night. I will post the schedule when i get a chance.
Tuesday, February 21, 2006
Training Day 2
Okay so today was the first 2 mile day. I walked home from dinner after our 2x2 meeting. It was nice to walk outside, it made it seem easier, but the only problem was it was bit cold to walk in shorts and a t-shirt.
I sent out my fundraising letters this morning, now I play the waiting game. I will keep you informed of the progress.
I get tomorrow off from walking, but I have to do some sort of cross training. I will probably head to the gym, and do the elliptical trainer.
On Kelli news:
Today is her 11month birthday. Only one month till the birthday party. Today she used a pillow as a stool and climbed up onto the couch all by herself. She is growing up so fast. I will try to put pictures on smugmug later.
I sent out my fundraising letters this morning, now I play the waiting game. I will keep you informed of the progress.
I get tomorrow off from walking, but I have to do some sort of cross training. I will probably head to the gym, and do the elliptical trainer.
On Kelli news:
Today is her 11month birthday. Only one month till the birthday party. Today she used a pillow as a stool and climbed up onto the couch all by herself. She is growing up so fast. I will try to put pictures on smugmug later.
Monday, February 20, 2006
Training Day 1
Well I am glad that we had the day off. It took most of the day to get moving enough to get my behind to the gym. It didn't help that I had four youth kids over last night to watch movies til just before Amy got up to go to work. They crashed about 5 am, to be honest I crashed a bit before that about a movie and half before that.
Anyway I went to the gym and today was an "easy" day plus strength training. "Easy" days are at a mild pace, "Moderate" days are "Out of Breath days, and "Long" days are, let's just say I am glad we have are first one ten weeks from now.
I walked my first mile in 22 minutes and 16 secs, not bad for not going to the gym in forever. At that rate it will only take me about 7 hours to walk the 20 miles.
In other news: Amy and I are planning our first family vacation with another family. The Elquists(my buddy Darin from Camp) and the Joels will be invading ... you guessed it... Disneyland the last week of April.
We are also in the planning stages of Kelli's First Birthday Party. It should be a blast and a well attended affair. Nothing to over the top I mean she's only one and all, not like she is going to remember. My only requirement is to have a special cake just for her to eat with her hands.
Well talk to you soon.
Anyway I went to the gym and today was an "easy" day plus strength training. "Easy" days are at a mild pace, "Moderate" days are "Out of Breath days, and "Long" days are, let's just say I am glad we have are first one ten weeks from now.
I walked my first mile in 22 minutes and 16 secs, not bad for not going to the gym in forever. At that rate it will only take me about 7 hours to walk the 20 miles.
In other news: Amy and I are planning our first family vacation with another family. The Elquists(my buddy Darin from Camp) and the Joels will be invading ... you guessed it... Disneyland the last week of April.
We are also in the planning stages of Kelli's First Birthday Party. It should be a blast and a well attended affair. Nothing to over the top I mean she's only one and all, not like she is going to remember. My only requirement is to have a special cake just for her to eat with her hands.
Well talk to you soon.
Thursday, February 16, 2006
Out of the Darkness
On July 22, 2006, I am participating in a unique event that is very important to me. It’s called Out of the Darkness Overnight and it is a 20-mile walk through the night from dusk until dawn to raise funds for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Their goal is to erase the stigma surrounding suicide and its causes, to encourage those suffering from mental illness to seek treatment and to show support for the families and friends of the over 30,000 Americans who die by suicide each and every year.
As you may already know I am currently the Youth and Media Pastor at Thornton Avenue Baptist Church. I have served at this church for over 5 years. What you may not know is that on January 25, 2006 one of our youth committed suicide. His name was Curtis and he was only 15 years old. He was a wonderful musician whose songs read like poetry. He was a caring and fun young man. He was a friend, brother, twin, son, nephew, and grandson. His smile, laughter, and wonderful personality will be deeply missed. By participating in this event, I hope to raise awareness of the serious threat that depression can pose and the treatment options that can help people overcome it. If only one person can be saved by my efforts to raise money and walk 20 miles, then it’s all been worth it.
Please think about how much you can give to this cause, and click this link to donate at my support page. My goal is to raise at least $1,000 for this cause. All donations are fully tax-deductible.
I will be blogging here to keep you informed on my progress and training.
Please keep Curtis' family, friends, and all of us in your prayers.
Don
As you may already know I am currently the Youth and Media Pastor at Thornton Avenue Baptist Church. I have served at this church for over 5 years. What you may not know is that on January 25, 2006 one of our youth committed suicide. His name was Curtis and he was only 15 years old. He was a wonderful musician whose songs read like poetry. He was a caring and fun young man. He was a friend, brother, twin, son, nephew, and grandson. His smile, laughter, and wonderful personality will be deeply missed. By participating in this event, I hope to raise awareness of the serious threat that depression can pose and the treatment options that can help people overcome it. If only one person can be saved by my efforts to raise money and walk 20 miles, then it’s all been worth it.
Please think about how much you can give to this cause, and click this link to donate at my support page. My goal is to raise at least $1,000 for this cause. All donations are fully tax-deductible.
I will be blogging here to keep you informed on my progress and training.
Please keep Curtis' family, friends, and all of us in your prayers.
Don
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