Let me be honest, I’ve tried this blog thing before. I was not very good at it. If I had to guess why, it is because I tried solely to focus on my life in the Army and my journey through the fitness world. Now, I have more in my life to write about and share with you. No longer is fitness the only thing I concern myself with. I am a husband. I am a father. My family is my focus in life. I still enjoy working out, and I still serve as a Soldier in the U.S. Army. Yet, those two things no longer define who I am. Now, I define myself by how well I can provide for my wife and daughter. Those two people are my driving force.
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| This is Kimberly and Morgan. My two favorite people in this world. |
Let me first start off by trying to offer up an explanation for the title I have chosen for this blog. The three F-words as I will call them.
Family.
As I already stated, my family is my number one priority. I’d like to think that I’m now on the path to growing up a little bit more and really learning what it means to be a man. Kimberly and Morgan count on me to be there. I count on myself to be there. They deserve my best for the wonderful times they have brought to my life.
Kimberly and I have been married for a short time over 3 years now, together for over 5. She has taken me on adventures and helped me open my horizons to places and things I never would have without her by my side. She pushes me to be more open minded. Having her in my life has made me a better human, period.
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| Kimberly and I exploring the Magnolia Plantation in Charleston, SC. |
Morgan Isabelle was born July 15, 2017 and from that moment my outlook on life changed. I had been told in the past by other parents that it would, but never in my wildest imagination did I think it would be an instantaneous switch. Once she entered this world I found a new purpose. I had to learn to be a father and try to teach this little, innocent human how to grow into a woman who can have her own impact on this world. She has been nothing short of amazing. She has an infectious smile and a personality that everyone who meets her adores. Having her in my life gives me something to look forward to every day I open my eyes.
She lights up my day.
Fitness.
I still plan on sharing with you my fitness interests. Some photos and videos here and there. My opinions on current or past events and ideas surrounding the fitness community. My personal journey as it continues to develop. Fitness is something I enjoy and I believe every human needs to have some form of activity in their life that promotes fitness and health. In today’s world, with the USA leading the way, too many people are sedentary and suffering from ill health. While I no longer coach Crossfit, I still would like to encourage everyone to find a good gym with caring coaches and try Crossfit out. The methods and communities that have been developed have helped so many people find their inner athlete and create a fitter, healthier version of themselves. It truly is a wonderful community. Kimberly and I are members of Strike Hard Crossfit here in Hinesville, GA. Joining this gym has been nothing short of a great decision. Coaches who care about us growing. Friends who keep us accountable and striving for growth. A community striving to be better together, one day at a time. If you’re ever in the Hinesville or Fort Stewart area, I highly encourage you to drop in and check it out.
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| Starting Morgan on her fitness journey early. |
Freedom.
This category is here as my catch all. I wanted to have an option to write about whatever topic I wanted and still have it follow the titling of the blog. I can talk about my time in the Army, my reborn interest in all things financial, or any other topic or idea that suits my mood at the time. I would guess that most of my thoughts and posts will fall under this broad category, and that is okay with me. If this is to be a successful sharing of my story, surely you’ll want to read about more than just my family and fitness journey. I know I would anyway.
Disclaimer: This is a hobby for me. I will use this outlet as a way to share my life events I deem worthy as often as I desire. I cannot and will not offer up a set schedule to my posts. By doing so, I think it limits the authenticity and warmth I could provide to you, the reader. Also, being a father to a 5 month old and a Soldier in the U.S. Army, my schedule is not set in stone. Please note also that anything posted in this blog will be my story and opinion only. In no way should anything I write be seen as professional advice or the opinion of any person or organization other than myself, the author. Happy reading folks!
