Day 23 of the Rest of My Life
The Announcement, Conclusion
Previously, on "As the Blog Turns"...
Duane has decided to lose 100 pounds in 2011 and things are starting to change...things that have been the same for a very long time.
Then, it happened...
Duane strode confidently into the room. "I started my blog and just posted it on Facebook. I told everyone I'm going to lose 150 pounds by your birthday next year." My jaw dropped. "What!?" I said. He seemed confused at my reaction, as this wasn't entirely new information. In that moment, I realized his goal had been wishful thinking in my mind, like hoping to have a beautiful dream when falling asleep.
Later we had a heart-to-heart. Duane shared the goals he felt God had given him for this year:
1. Lose weight and get healthier.
2. Spend more time with the kids.
3. Change the dynamics of our family.
I restrained myself from searching under the beds for the body snatcher pods. Who was this imposter, and what had he done with the man I'd lived with for 20 years? But knowing God's power and understanding the transformation that was taking place before me, I allowed his words to resonate with my own heart.
Duane and I weren't just speaking the same language; God was rewriting our life story through him.
I leaned forward and responded the only way I knew how. By whispering into his ear my own dreams of growing old together and of him walking our youngest down the aisle. The thoughts were too fragile to speak out loud, and we both felt the gravity of the moment.
Since that day, 7 weeks have passed and Duane has lost more than 34 pounds. His resolve is strong, and his blog is an inspiration to many people. His example is why I started my own 24-day Challenge. We're growing healthier together.
I'm starting to believe.
My Journey through the 24-Day Challenge
(Or, Why am I Doing This Crazy Thing?)
Previously, on "As the Blog Turns"...
Duane has decided to lose 100 pounds in 2011 and things are starting to change...things that have been the same for a very long time.
Then, it happened...
Duane strode confidently into the room. "I started my blog and just posted it on Facebook. I told everyone I'm going to lose 150 pounds by your birthday next year." My jaw dropped. "What!?" I said. He seemed confused at my reaction, as this wasn't entirely new information. In that moment, I realized his goal had been wishful thinking in my mind, like hoping to have a beautiful dream when falling asleep.
Later we had a heart-to-heart. Duane shared the goals he felt God had given him for this year:
1. Lose weight and get healthier.
2. Spend more time with the kids.
3. Change the dynamics of our family.
I restrained myself from searching under the beds for the body snatcher pods. Who was this imposter, and what had he done with the man I'd lived with for 20 years? But knowing God's power and understanding the transformation that was taking place before me, I allowed his words to resonate with my own heart.
Duane and I weren't just speaking the same language; God was rewriting our life story through him.
I leaned forward and responded the only way I knew how. By whispering into his ear my own dreams of growing old together and of him walking our youngest down the aisle. The thoughts were too fragile to speak out loud, and we both felt the gravity of the moment.
Since that day, 7 weeks have passed and Duane has lost more than 34 pounds. His resolve is strong, and his blog is an inspiration to many people. His example is why I started my own 24-day Challenge. We're growing healthier together.
I'm starting to believe.
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Coming Soon: The Results of my 24-Day Challenge. Amazing!
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