Back again! or Hey there!

Hi all,

I am inviting you all here to join me on this crazy ride called life. I think of this venture in blogging as having a virtual front porch, or living room if you will, where we can sit down and just have a chat. True to real life I'll probably do most of the talking but look forward to sharing my experiences with you.

When I created this blog spot several years ago the name was very literal. I was a fatman who wanted to start running. Well my concept has sort of evolved. I am, as of now, still a fatman. But running is no longer strictly literal. I want to share about life in general. running this race of life. Let me share a little about myself.

My name is Cory. I am a 30 year old father of 2. A two year old handful, Ben, and my second son is 4 months as of this week, Adam.  I am married to a patient and loving woman Heather. I love the outdoors, animals, science fiction, and many more things you'll likely hear about in this journey. I am a christian man, actively attending church, and participating in our young adult group, and I make no apologies for my beliefs. It is a part of who I am. I am kind, loving and gentle.

During the day I am an addictions counselor. I work with persons struggling with the disease of addiction and alcoholism. This is often stressful and rewarding all in the same moment. My job is not physical, but it is mental and emotional. A client once described me as a giant teddy bear, big enough to scare away the bad stuff, and soft enough to comfort. I take great pride in that description.

Sometimes I may talk about my struggles to live healthier.

Sometimes I may talk about my struggles to be a good dad.

Sometimes I may talk about struggles being a christian man in today world.

Sometimes I may talk about the struggles being a good husband.

You'll have to just keep checking back to see where I am at today.

Writing provides accountability and lets me share. Something I need, and something I love. Welcome to my life. This blog is not a tell all, there are parts of my life that are private.

Thanks for stopping by,
Cory

disclaimer - there will be typos, I am working on it.