Sounds like all is going well and that is wonderful. Looking forward to this 'other' thing you are going to share. I mean, you know I love things that give ya 'control'.
Hank, your plans to become healthier spiritually and physically are specific to you and I support you whole heartily. I've had some serious medical problems lately and my sister gave me a daily prayer book, Healing Prayers for Every Day. It has helped me to meditate on my better health goals.
I too have decided not to drink during Lent and hopefully when that goal becomes a streak I will be able to stop smoking. However we accomplish these goals is the way to go even if we are given other "better methods".
Some days if I know that I will be busy, I set my alarm earlier to get my rear up and make sure I start off with my right food and read His word, through devotionals. No matter what, no excuses, no oops I forgot. This by far is the key to everything. When there is peace, you know He is the reason. I can never understand why so many goff at what we practice in our own journey and our own beliefs. I have read here people actually angry at how we bring Him with us on our journey. I love your energy! You are fueled my dear, fueled with the perfect mixture. Keep the engine running, not racing, not shut down...tuned up and filled. With Him you will go far and know your doing what He has lead you to. Blessings Big Guy! Erin