Monday, January 31, 2011

Moose's 1st Birthday.

Yesterday marked our puppy's first birthday. That's right, this 130 lbs. bundle of joy and stupidity turned 1 year old. She has been a blessing to our family, and is sometimes a real pain in the butt. However, she has provided many hours of entertainment for us. Happy birthday Moose!!!


Moose at approx. 2 months old.

Moose at 1 year old.

Bolo (big brother) and Moose (little sister).

Moose at 9 months.

Sunday, January 30, 2011

Paintballing!!!!!!!

Went paintballing with the guys from Smoker's Embassy today. Let Winston do it too. We had a great time, but it hurts!!!

The Smoker's Embassy Gang.

Winston in deep thought.

Gearing up to paintball for the first time.
                  

Ready and raring to go!!!

Father & son.

Nash (owner of Smoker's Embassy).

Winston behind cover.

Maj. Williams taking me out.

Me, Winston, and Maj. Williams. Major shot me, Winston shot him, and he took out Winston in the process.

I took 3 shots in the calf at once. It was painfull!!!


Monday, January 17, 2011

Panther Creek Trail - Winter Trip.

Today me and the family decided to go for a nice hike at our favorite local romp...Panther Creek Trail. We had a great time. We don't go all the way to the main falls. It's too far, and too dangerous. We have a nice little spot we like to go to about 2 1/2 miles in. We took our newest family member, Moose the Brazilian Mastiff. She did well, but she's worn out, and sawing logs now. There was still snow on the ground from the 6"-8" we got last week. It was a really great time.

The wifey.

Winston.

The Wifey again.

Winston with a giant snowball.

Me, Winston, and Moose. Notice how Moose is looking at mommy. Her favorite person.

Winston and Moose.

Mommy and Moose.

 Me, Winston, and Moose.

The small falls where we usually camp.


Black Belt Test 2011.

Dateline: Saturday January 15, 2011.

Today Winston earned his black belt. He began taking karate three years ago on January 14th. I remember taking him to his first class at the Twin Tigers Karate Academy in Winder. He was like all beginers, and didn't know anything. Now he is like a well oiled machine. He has truly earned his black belt, and I am very very proud of him.

 Ladies and gentlemen I introduce America's newest leathal weapon...

Flexible.

Having a good time.

Bo-staff in 3-D.

That's 3 boards he's breaking folks with a side kick.

Going in air.

Winston with Mr. Matt & Mr. Nick (the twins of Twin Tigers).

Gastric Bypass.

On April 13, 2010 I had gastric bypass surgery. I topped the scales at 420 lbs. Just before my surgery I weighed 410 lbs. It has now been 9 1/2 months since then and I've lost about 155 lbs. I'm down to 255 lbs. My goal is 250 lbs. I think I'll make it. I have started mountain biking, running, Krav Maga, hiking, and backpacking. I am sooo glad I did this. It was one of the best decisions I've ever made.

 Here is a photo (above) of me at 420 lbs. back in 2006.


 Here I am in 2009 on our summer trip to AZ.

Here I am in November 2010. This is 7 months after the surgey at 270 lbs.

Here is a phot of me from today at 255 lbs.