Go Sam'

Dear Sam'

See, the thought that you were feeling lighter wasn't all in your mind. Although the scale doesn't show much of a difference, aren't you glad you got out that tape measure? Just in you midriff alone, you have lost 1.50 inches, and we all know that added weight right in that area increases your chances of heart disease. And with your family history, you don't need any help there! You've lost a total of 5.75 inches in 60 days, and that is without even really trying!!! Can you imagine what can be done in the next 60 days of your training?!? You HAVE the power to do this! You know the Lord is more than willing to give you extra strength to do this because he wants a happier, healthier you. Well, lets rephrase that...He wants a holier you...a you that focuses on Him and all of the good things He has given you! A you who runs around outside and plays with her kids and enjoys doing so! A you who has time for your husband because you got your large butt in bed at a decent time and got His Word into your heart early in the day! A you that He will be proud of. A new you, with a new, healthy figure to replace the picture on His refrigerator!

You splurged a little today at "Horton Hears a Who" with the coke and popcorn, and right now, you can feel the butter pouring out of your pores! It tasted good, but boy, it doesn't feel good now does it? Remember that the next time that tempts you, okay? Little changes is all it takes to make big differences.

So, what do I want to see within the next 60 days from you:

1. Don't worry and get down on yourself when the scale doesn't budge. Inches are being lost, and ultimately, the numbers will go down.

2. You are really becoming an athlete in training. You haven't been an athlete since High School! I'm so proud of you for busting it these past couple of days. Don't let Satan get you down when he reminds you that it has only been 3 days. EVERY SUCCESSFUL ATHLETE HAD TO HAVE THE FIRST THREE DAYS!

3. Pray and sing when working out. Singing "Lord, I Lift Your Name on High" while doing those butt crunches really made the time fly. What a way to praise God as you are strengthening this temple He created just for you! MAKE YOURSELF AND THE GIRLS A STRENGTH-TRAINING CD TO LISTEN TO WHILE YOU GUYS WORK OUT.

4. I want you to keep your attitude in check. Stress makes you do weird things, and you can blame PMS, or anything else, but YOU still have the control to keep yourself in line. When you feel like screaming at the kids...bust a move, not them!

You're doing good. Keep it up!
Love you!

Me