Today marks the first anniversary of my lapband surgery. I have given some thought over this past week on what to say about this event. It’s been quite a year for me. When I started this journey I thought that lapband surgery would make losing weight a breeze. What I found out is that it is hard work. It is truly a tool in which…
cedar point
On Thursday Brett and I took a vacation day and headed to Cedar Point with our friends Vic and Jamie. I can’t remember the last time I was at the amusement park. Jamie and Brett wanted a day of coasters. I have had an aversion to roller coasters for years. I also haven’t went on many lately because I could not fit into the new…
a before and after
I haven’t done any before and after shots of myself during my 70 pound weight loss over the past year. Brett and I spent this past weekend in Chicago visiting our good friends Al and Keith. We took the MegaBus from Tower City to Chicago Union Station. While we were waiting at Tower City, I spotted the painted guitar statues that are found throughout Tower…
family values
The LA Gay and Lesbian Center held a competition for short films on marriage equality. Watch this video of the 11 finalists. I love them all. The winner was “Family Values”, the 5th video in the series.
saturday in the park
What a beautiful Saturday. We started the day meeting with Pastor Cynthia planning our wedding ceremony. After a little yard work, we went biking on the Towpath Trail in late afternoon. We started at the Mustill Store and continued north to Portage Trail. It took us a little over an hour to cover the six miles at a pleasant pace. It was very uncrowded. We…
Deck Gardening
It’s been a rainy few weeks here in Ohio. On Memorial Day weekend, I planted a deck garden of vegetables and herbs in mismatched pots. They have just exploded in growth. I’ve already been harvesting parsley, basil and cilantro. Check out the small tomatoes on the vine already.
slow and steady it goes
Today I am 11 months post-op from my lapband surgery. It’s hard to believe that it’s almost been a year. Last year this time I was in the midst of my 6 week liquid pre-op diet. Looking back, it went fast and was pretty easy to follow. I admit I cheated a few times, but it ultimately made my surgery much more successful. This month…
america’s best christian explains…
Betty Bowers, America’s Best Christian takes time to explain to less informed Christians the curious details of the Lord’s concept of marriage. This video was posted on BlogActive earlier this week. It’s not you normal Sunday School lesson! Check out her website for exciting Biblical lessons and merchandise.