I compete this weekend in Tennessee.  I am competing with the pro guys.  Now of course this is a tall order in itself.  But what really makes it a tall order is the 56.  I had not thrown that since I got hurt 23 months ago throwing it for distance.  That was the last time I touched the thing.  So I had to go out the last two weeks and throw it again.  You think I might have been nervous?  Same weight, same field, same guy.  The last time I had to learn to walk again and was in the hospital I don't know how long.  I also of course enjoyed a nice open heart surgery so that of course kicked it up a notch or two.  I went 27 the first time out and 30 the next.  So I expect to go over 30 at the game.  Just do.  I know it is crazy, insane, stupid and all that.  But it makes me happy. 

I have a friend in the hospital.  Mr. Bob, my dad's neighbor is fighting blood cancer.  Again I don't understand my god letting this happen to such a great person.  The world needs more people like this man.  When I was hurt and in the hospital, this man and his wife were there for my family.  Mrs. Diane and Mr. Bob made a difference in my wife's life.  I am so grateful to god for them.  I think he will beat this. 

I had another friend recently have to have some heart stents.  Mr. Ed Shambo is the man that married Cheryl and I.  He has been a close friend of my fathers for I don't know how long.  But he is also my friend.  I love him so much, that of course I asked him to marry me.  The guy works so hard at staying in shape and is fighting with this battle.  I am praying for the man.  I think he will beat this.

In the highland games we have a lady who has just battled cancer and won.  Beth is pretty new to the games, well at least for someone like me.  She has contacted me and told me I inspire her.  The reverse is true.  The lady has instead inspired me.  You talk about tough, cancer did not have a chance with this one.  The world can't see your heart and soul.  She has a ton of both.  Thank you lord for letting us win this battle. 

James and I are working our gym.  I am enjoying my time working with him.  I think we are moving the right direction.  It would be so great to have some victory here. 

I have not blogged in a while, but I have a lot to say and will be back soon.

Yours in steel,

Myles