So... A year ago today is my divorce.  Some folks have celebrations on these days.  Some even send thank you cards.  Me... I just focus on my life.   And after all, what ever time I was married.  It had value.  But when someone divorces, it sends you in one of two directions.  You live in the past, or you live for the future.   I got back to life in a hurry.  While I put my kids first, I got back to living.  And you know what?  I found I was taking better care of myself than I ever realized.   And with a little work, I was able to improve a lot.  One goal I had was a bit selfish... I wanted to rip my abs like in the movie 300.   If you visit my galleries you'll see I was well on my way when I stopped posting photos.  I didn't want to come off vain, but I couldn't help be proud of my effort.  After all, I was putting in the time.  But in the end, I figure, my girlfriend petting my stomach was all I ever needed in the way of appreciation. 

So today she sends me another one of her famous e-mails... 

I get a list of photos.  Photos of celebrities when they are young and again when they are older.  Her subject line: This should make you feel good.  LOL  Yeah... It does.  I think that of all things... my body is in better shape than most 21 year old men.  I don't drink soda, I laoth high fructrous corn syrup (although it's not proven to be a health hazard) in everything I eat (I even avoid yogurt with it) and my children already know these same common sense eating habits.  I hear the secret ...   more »