Let the weight loss begin…

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Private James Connors (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on September 22, 1864 at Fishers Hill, Virginia. His citation reads:

Capture of flag.

Colonel Donald Gilbert Cook (US Marine Corps) received his Medal of Honor for his actions from December 31, 1964 – December 8, 1967 in Vietnam. His citation reads:

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while interned as a Prisoner of War by the Viet Cong in the Republic of Vietnam during the period 31 December 1964 to 8 December 1967. Despite the fact that by so doing he would bring about harsher treatment for himself, Colonel (then Captain) Cook established himself as the senior prisoner, even though in actuality he was not. Repeatedly assuming more than his share of their health, Colonel Cook willingly and unselfishly put the interests of his comrades before that of his own well-being and, eventually, his life. Giving more needy men his medicine and drug allowance while constantly nursing them, he risked infection from contagious diseases while in a rapidly deteriorating state of health. This unselfish and exemplary conduct, coupled with his refusal to stray even the slightest from the Code of Conduct, earned him the deepest respect from not only his fellow prisoners, but his captors as well. Rather than negotiate for his own release or better treatment, he steadfastly frustrated attempts by the Viet Cong to break his indomitable spirit. and passed this same resolve on to the men whose well-being he so closely associated himself. Knowing his refusals would prevent his release prior to the end of the war, and also knowing his chances for prolonged survival would be small in the event of continued refusal, he chose nevertheless to adhere to a Code of Conduct far above that which could be expected. His personal valor and exceptional spirit of loyalty in the face of almost certain death reflected the highest credit upon Colonel Cook, the Marine Corps, and the United States Naval Service.

Bugler John Cook (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on September 17, 1862 at Antietam, Maryland. His citation reads:

Volunteered at the age of 15 years to act as a cannoneer, and as such volunteer served a gun under a terrific fire of the enemy.


When did the “legit” news media start quoting social media in stories?

So we decided to take the dog food and treats to the Summerville SPCA yesterday as a family (instead of me just taking Mary Ruth today). They didn’t have a lot of dogs in that pound, which I guess is a good thing. But they had enough for us to pet and talk to. We ended up taking 4 bags of food, one box of treats, and one stocking of rawhides. Not bad if I say so myself. Mary Ruth and Susie had a blast and that’s what really matters. I think Daniel had a good time too, but I’m not sure. The Wife was holding him… I was focused on Susie and Mary Ruth. The good news is we were able to go and leave without adopting another dog.

I joined WeightWatchers.com last week. As you know, the last time I lost a lot of weight, it was due in large part to WeightWatchers.com. I’ve joined it off and on since then, but never really used it like I should. Now that I have an iPhone, though, I decided I’d give it another shot (since I’d have the WeightWatchers App on my phone). So far, so good. The main thing it does is make losing weight something of a game for me… which makes it a little easier for me to stick to it. I know I’m only one week into it, but as you’ll see in our weigh-in, it was a good week.


The I’m just sayin… Weekly Weigh-In

Greg 229 - Down 9 pounds from last week… Amazing what cutting out fast food and soft drinks does for me.

Mary Ruth 44

Susie 26

Daniel 21