MERRY CHRISTMAS

I hope all of you fellow bloggers have a Merry Christmas. We had our annual family Christmas Eve dinner here at the house and it was packed, I would think we had 27 people but we had room for a more. Scott, Joy, Dusty and Scott I just wanted to thank yawl for my East Carolina sweatshirt, Georgia t-shirt and sports trivia game, wish yawl could have been here. Today is shaping up to be another busy day as well, we will be heading over Keith and Maureen's house later this morning for brunch and to see how much stuff Andrew got for Christmas and over to Mavis's house tonight. As busy as I have been the last two days I need to get back to work so I can get some rest. The Richmond Renegades will be back in action tonight in Fayetteville, NC against the FireAntz, the Gades just want another win for Christmas, it has been a while. My foot is about the same this morning but I turned my wrist a bit last night so my AIP index has gone back up a little, I will be happy to just get back in the 6 area but that looks like it might be a few weeks away. MERRY CHRISTMAS, MICKEY

We tend to forget that happiness doesn't come as a result of getting something we don't have, but rather of recognizing and appreciating what we do have.
Frederick Keonig

Fitness Tip
Are you overtraining? Here are some signs to watch out for: waking up tired, poor appetite, not sleeping well, feeling drained between workouts, feeling sluggish and depleted of energy throughout the day. Bear in mind that these can also be signs of depression, or other illness. In any case, listen carefully to your body. Take a break from your workout if you need to, or see your doctor.

Christmas presence
There is a light in the darkness. It is love; it is joy.

There is a pure and simple radiance with a positive, joyous power. It warms the hearts of those who value peace and love.

The spirit of Christmas transcends beliefs, traditions, culture and customs. It speaks directly to the heart, of love and grace, of giving and of renewal.

In the pure, limitless power of love, life is created and sustained. In the radiance of this day, love's presence is joyously expressed again and again, in countless ways.

In this moment, new life begins. And love is the ever-present purpose that drives every other purpose.

On this day, you have a glimpse of how truly blessed you are. Give love, give joy, and you have even more.
-- Ralph Marston

Tony Martin Singer is 94
Dick Miller Actor is 79
Hanna Schygula Actress is 64
John Edwards R&B singer (The Spinners) is 63
Gary Sandy Actor ("WKRP In Cincinnati") is 62
Ken Stabler for NFL QB is 62
Jimmy Buffet Rock musician is 61
Larry Csonka Football Hall of Famer is 61
Barbara Mandrell Country singer is 59
Sissy Spacek Actress is 58
Annie Lennox Rock singer (Eurythmics) is 53
Steve Wariner Country singer is 53
Shane MacGowan Singer (The Pogues) is 50
Rickey Henderson Baseball player is 49
Klea Scott Actress is 39
Mac Powell Rock singer (Third Day) is 35
Hideki Okajima Baseball player is 32
Alecia Elliott Country singer is 25