“An adventure is only an inconvenience rightly considered. An inconvenience is only an adventure wrongly considered.”
As the new year rolled in I began to think about resolutions and what did I need to do for myself in the next year. I also went to the mailbox and opened a box containing the book Never Say Diet by Chantel Hobbs. What timing? In the year prior to moving to Arrow Heights I had lost nearly 50 lbs of weight. In the year that I have spent working at Arrow Heights I have gained all of that weight back. Was it the staff’s initial love for Ron’s Chili Burgers? Could it have been the frequent lunch meetings? Was it the 10-12 hours I spend on a computer each day? Lack of exercise? One glass of water a day? It was all of these reasons and more. I am frequently hearing the words of my former roommate Nick Frary in my ear like a ghost, “Jeremy…do you know what you are doing to your body?” Nick is a personal trainer and I was dumb for not spending more time in his office. Now he is two hours away and I will have to teach these things to myself.
Welcome Chantel Hobbs to my life. Never Say Diet is full of tips that helped her lose more than 200 pounds. Chantel has gone from being 350 pounds to losing 200 pounds and becoming a personal trainer and certified spinning instructor. The book was divided into headings entitled “Decide,” “Act,” and “Live.” Here are some things I have started doing since reading the book:
Some of these are small steps, but I am taking action none the less. One of the quotes that stuck out from the book was in response to the question, “Isn’t healthy food expensive?” Her answer was, “Doctors visits are expensive. Lipitor Prescriptions are expensive. Natural foods like eggs, apples, greens and oatmeal are cheap.” I could relate to this since I had very recently gotten my Lipitor prescription refilled.
The publisher sent me an extra copy of the book to give away to one of my readers. I will randomly pick a winner from someone who writes a posts about their goals this year that links back to this post. Leave a link to your post in the comments on this post and you will be registered for a chance at the book.
I look forward to reading your goals.
I had the privilege to go to eat lunch today at the 5 and Diner off of Memorial and 169 with Dennis Lindemann. It is classic 50s cuisine and man was it good. We meet with a group of guys who are in some kind of car club or anti-social club. I never quite figured out which. They were pretty cool and having a blast hanging out. If you have never eaten at 5 and Diner you have to go. I highly recommend the onion straws and chicken fried steak. Yummy.
I have had lunch meetings the last two days with local church leaders to discuss upcoming projects. Yesterday I met with Aaron who works at two local church, I don’t know how he does it. We are working on ShareFest Tulsa together. We have been put in charge of the web site. Aaron and the churches he is working for are doing some pretty interesting things and going through some of the same difficulties and transitions that we are seeing here at Arrow Heights, but they are several steps ahead of us. It will be interesting to watch what happens and see what we can learn from their process.
I had lunch today at China Star on Aspen and 71st with Woody from Ranch Acres Baptist Church in Tulsa. They are needing some help with a video project and after talking to them I may help them with their web site and their online outreach efforts.
God has been putting people in my path this week and showing me how my ministry can help influence and equip other churches. I am interested in seeing where this leads me and how I can further helps local churches with media and outreach. And I love a free lunch. Keep praying for the leadership ministries of Arrow Heights and that God would use us the help other churches connect with the people outside their doors.
-Jeremy
I had my first birthday party this last Sunday here in Broken Arrow. I turn 30 this Sunday. Yeahhh. I got a new grill for my birthday from my wife, her parents, and Hillary and Brent. I love to grill. We had everyone bring their own meat and fire this baby up. I had a BIG and juicy porterhouse that tasted amazing. I want to thank everyone who came to the party and made it a great time. Thanks to Sydnie for inviting everyone to come and for making it such a special event. Get ready for parties at my house this summer and fall.
I went my friend Nick Frary’s wedding tonight. Nick and I were roommates for two years during college. It was a great time. He got married at Crown Height Christian Church. I have been to three weddings at this church in the last several years. None of the people involved attend this church. They must have a really great rate. The church is really picturesque, kind of an old English church feel. We went to the Beacon Club for the reception and the food was amazing. Salmon, roast beef, lots of finger foods, shrimp, six kinds of cheese, and wedding cake. I love weddings. I want to wish Nick and Ashley a great life together. Nick will be joining the blogosphere as soon as he gets back from his honeymoon. Syd and I got to reconnect with some of our Edmond friends and had a great time.
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