Um, about those Challenges.

In September, I published a dozen challenges that I was aiming to complete over the next year. Well, 2 months have passed, and although I've given them a lot of thought, I've completed a grand total of zero.  Wow, not too impressive, I know. Don't worry, I've got loads of excuses. You see, we have two kids, both play soccer, work has been crazy, and it's football season. Those are tough circumstances to complete challenges under. But, I'm renewing my commitment, and still think I'll get them done prior to 09.12.12. Here is where we currently stand...

In Progress:

Run a ½ marathon -  This one I'm planning to get out of the way on Thanksgiving day at the Atlanta Half Marathon. I was going to wait until Spring, but decided to go for it. At this point in my training, I can run about 9 miles without dying. 

Do something fun and new with your wife and kids each month - In October we did something crazy new -- we got a 6 week old Weimaraner puppy. So far, that's been a bit crazy, but we all love Luna. She's going to be a spoiled dog. In case you missed it, here is Kayla meeting Luna last month. I'll never forget this moment...

Then, we visited Savannah for a family wedding for the first time as a family. We walked all around the city, and despite a bit of 7 and 11 year old drama, it was a lot of fun. 

Climb a mountain. A big one. - This won't happen until next Spring or Summer, but I've got a couple of experienced hiking friends working on it for me. It'll happen. 

Perform. On stage. - This one is in the works. Scary. 

The other challenges are still percolating. Some I'll just have to DO (like going vegetarian for 10 days). Others will be tough. 

Stay tuned. More to come.