(Ben)
I want to start by saying I am a weak, weak man.  I have not been very successful with my new year resolution.  I have had beer as I have watched each bowl game, which means I had a few beers about each night ending Monday the 7th during the championship game.  Yesterday, I had 2 beers left in my fridge, I figured what the hell, so I drank them as I cooked dinner.  I figured I might as well get rid of them to get them out of my sight.  Regarding my goal to quit pop, also not going very good.  This one is not all on me though.  Terri often wants to have a pop, today over lunch for example, and I am brought along and figure I will have one because it sounds so good.  So, to summarize, my new year resolution is starting now.

Regarding my workouts, they continue.  I have actually been running on the treadmill more than I ever have.  Ever since the snow storm on 12/19, the streets have about 4 inches of packed snow/ice on them.  I have a rule, I do not run outside until the streets are clear of snow.  Also, with the nice weather, I would either be running through puddles constantly, or jumping around like a kangaroo.  I have also been riding an exercise bike at the Y.  Riding the bike really works my legs.  It feels like my legs are out of shape and in need of more attention each time I ride. My best cardio has come from playing old man ball.  It is 3 on 3 half court and gives me a better workout than I anticipate each time.  Terri and the boys came and watched this past Sunday, and was grossed out by the amount of sweat that was dripping off my head as I switched shoes.


I would also like to take a moment to thank the individuals that have donated to the Wounded Warrior Project:
My parents
Terri's sister Kelly Hay
Terri's long time friend Katie Hotie
My good friend Kris Volker
Terri's brother Jim Archuletta
Our friend and Bennet's daycare provider Darla
And myself

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