I married in October of 2000.  My wife Jill and I returned from Russia in October of 2007 with our two newly adopted children, Andrew (age 3) and Lana (age 1).

About four years ago I lost 50 pounds through diet and exercise and then we built our house.  While building we did not have the amenities needed to cook meals so it fell to grilling burgers or fast food while on the job site.  After moving into our new home I was 30 miles from the gym I had been using and never really got back into the groove. 

THanksgiving 2007 I saw myself 3.5 pounds away from my all time high of 243.5.  I decided it was time to do something.  I started journaling and exercising and now 6 weeks later I’ve decided to join the 100 day challenge.

January 5, 2008