I need to update.
Martin, as many know, went to Detroit to take the FBI PFT test. So far, every interview/test they've had him do has been pretty strait forward and not that difficult. This was the first real test for him. The physical requirements for someone to be in the FBI are very impressive. Not only do you have to be fit, you have to be incredibly fit.
For whatever reason, many of our friends up here are physical therapists and/or physical trainers. So, when they heard about Martin needing to take this test most of them wanted to see if they could do it. I think most of them thought it would be no problem. So, they all went up to the gym one night to try and take it. Martin beat all of them. But he didn't pass the PFT last Friday. It's a crazy demanding requirement. He did great on the first couple events but then was exhausted and didn't have the energy to pass the other two. From what we know, he'll be given another chance in 60 days to take it again. Just like so many other times with this process, we're just waiting for a call to hear for sure.
I know Martin is discouraged. But I'm trying to tell him that he had a long way to come from where he started. He's already lost over 20 pounds and looks so much more fit. He just needs to keep working at it. Thank you everyone for your questions and concern about this. We have been so impressed with your interest. We'll keep you updated.
On another topic. I've finished a book titled Blue Like Jazz --non religious thoughts on christian spirituality. http://www.donaldmillerwords.com/bluelikejazz.php I can't say that I loved it. I certainly didn't agree with everything in it. But I agree with a lot of it, and I'm glad I read it. It's definitely causing me to think about my faith to make sure that I'm genuine and not just trying to look spiritual. Again, God seems to keep telling me that my job is to love. He'll do the judging and saving.
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That book sits on my shelf...I have yet to read it, but there are a lot of people at Moody that have liked it because it has made them think.
You definitely need to visit the Hershey's store! It is right across the street from Ghiradelli...yummy!
Martin shouldn't be disappointed. Like you said, he has come so far...holy cow, I would never be able to do it! So congrats to him!!
Love you!
Hello Dominique, thank you so much for the link. It's nice to be thought of in that way! I never considered you had to be fit to be in the FBI. But I guess you need to be to chase criminals...
jess - it's an interesting book. I think there's a need in this country for genuine christian love. So much of our country equates christianity with the republican party, and so many other things that aren't in the bible.
I went to a "chocolate extravaganza" at church last night and the speaker said that she couldn't believe how many showed up for it and that we should never underestimate the power of chocolate. 8-)
martin says thanks for the encouragement.
jonathan - well hey there! nice of you to stop by. I always enjoy your blog; it's definitely intellectual.
I agree, It's a good thing that the FBI requires such strict fitness requirement (although I must admit, I always thought most criminal chasing was done in cars these days).
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