Today is a new day, November 1st, 2018. It's also the first day of the rest of my life. Yes I know that phrase is cliche, but last month I turned 40 and as I've gotten older my health is something I really need to take seriously. Today I weighed in at 180 lbs, but feel like I weigh over 200 lbs and every time I see my belly I feel like I'm a lost cause. Two and half years ago I was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes. The diagnosis came after I had lost about 30 lbs and quit drink

I’ve heard that there is no real freedom like the open road with a steel horse between your legs. I myself have never experienced this joy, though I’ve been told that I need to. Truth be told I’ve always wanted to learn to ride a motorcycle, but I’ve always had a weird fear of adrenaline type rushes. From amusement park rides to racing cars, I’ve always been afraid. Since I was a child I’ve always had a fascination with cowboys and even as an adult I still identify with lifes

As long as I can remember I have always been a fan of stand-up comedy. I remember watching comedy specials when I was a kid and watching comedians on Johnny Carson with my dad and thinking some day I want to do that. Being funny is something I've always been good at, maybe even the only thing. Then I grew up got married, got a regular job, house, and so on. Started living the American dream. The thought of doing stand-up comedy escaped me. Now fast forward 12 years and I'm go