Some updates and info about me.....and what's going on

[David Lowry]

Hey friends,

Just wanted to give you guys (and girls) a quick update on me. Nothing is wrong, and I've been ok. I've just been getting outside more, doing some hiking, and using ALL of my knives.

In fact I even made a custom knife case out of pine for my knives. I then lined the bottom of the case with a sweet looking corded fabric that's sorta a brown color (think pants with cords).

So basically I've had a bit of a tough time lately, with my anxiety (which I take medication for) and other stuff. I've had some close members of my family die just in the last couple weeks. I've had some stress at work. And a few other things that I would rather just keep to myself. Rather than take it out on the forum or be rude or mean or whatever I decided to just stay away for a little while. For those that remember my past, I've learned a lot from it. So that's why I've been gone for a week+ give or take.

Everybody deals with problems in their own way, and I'm still getting "training" on certain problems....if you will.

I don't have any problems with my health (thankfully). I started off about a year ago or so weighing about 314 lbs. Now I'm 275 lbs. I do cardio and weight lifting every day or every other day depending, and I'm working at it like crazy and I'm gonna get myself down to about 220 lbs. I'm a big guy anyway so I don't wanna get down below 200 lbs (6'1" tall, size 13 shoes, can palm a basket ball etc...) I've had a few people ask me via PM or email what's up and I just wanted to make things clear.

I have no problems telling you guys (my friends) what's going on and I thank you for your concern.

Prayer always works and The Lord has never let me down. Not once.

So I'm still gonna be around I just needed one of my "breaks". They actually do wonders for me.

So, God bless you folks. Don't forget, to spend more time with your family as you never know when you will get that phone call that someone you love just died.

[knifedude]

Glad to hear that you are doing Ok David. We will be praying for you and you are right, God will never let you down.


GOD BLESS, knifedude

[The Mastiff]

Thanks for the update. I've wondered how you were doing. Sounds like you have good problem solving skills and will keep on going when life throws hits at you.

I've always been able to get back on my feet too. It's a good gift to posess as life can sure throw some hard punches once in a while. Good luck! Joe

[kankryb]

Life is hard so keep on fighting. Good luck and all the best from denmark.Kankryb :)

[mrappraisit]

Good to hear you are O.K. David. Keep on keeping on:)

Curtis Mayfield always cheers me up:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rqK7Ck57nv0

[DRod]

Good luck and keep it on the up and up. :)

[Shike]

David:

If you have your health and faith in God. You pretty much have it all!
Best regards

Shike

[KP]

Keep on track, David. Those "breaks" do wonders.

[snuffaluff]

I'll send up some prayers for ya brother! May the Lord Bless you and Keep you, make His face to shine upon you. May the Lord lift up his countenance upon you. May the Lord grant you His peace.

[Jimd]

Glad to hear you're well, David.
I certainly understand about the anxiety issues, as I've fought anxiety/depression for a number of years. Also glad to see you're getting "training" in that area, it truly does help.

Keep that faith strong, it'll carry you through!
And condolences for your lost family members.

[spydutch]

Glad to know you're doing OK my friend:cool:

Hang in there and take care;)

[Agent Starling]

Hi David,

I'll send some prayers your way. Sounds like you have developed a lot of good skills for knowing when you need to take some time out and take care of yourself. Bravo. Take care. :)

Agent Starling

[wescobts]

Keep your chin up, it will all come together, just don't stop trying.