It’s been two full days since my arrival in Houston, TX and I have yet to take a break.  I am exhausted, but there is something about being around family that makes me want to spend every second of my time awake and catching up.  My parents and siblings are healthy and happy, so Santa delivered all that I had hoped for.  Best of all, I got to hang out with my two nieces (Emma and Kate)  … they live in Denver, CO, so I rarely get to spend quality time with them.  This trip, I made sure to allocate plenty of time to bond with them.  How about Austin?  Well, he’s with mom and his two half-brothers in Dallas, TX and they are unsure about making a trek into town for him to visit his Bui side.  My parents miss him dearly, so we all are very hopeful.  Other than that, all is well in “H-town.”

Laura and I worked out today at the 24-Hour Fitness on Richmond Avenue and Post Oak.  Before I go any further, I would like to send out some ‘big-ups” to some fans who have crossed my path.  I don’t remember all of their names, but I am truly thankful of the warm recognition.  Whether I come back to compete or not is of little importance so long as I can continue to touch your lives and influence you in a positive way.  Going back to our training session today, we both spent the majority of our time doing much needed cardio.  I have been eating non-stop since my arrival, so the 2.5 mile run today was exactly what the doctor ordered to squash my guilt.  We still have 5 more days here so I am trying to carefully pace myself for fear of literally burning out.  I have a ton of friends here with whom I would love to catch up with, but I am holding steadfast to my main priority … and that is to blanket myself in all of the love and warmth of family.  God has been truly generous to our family, so to Him I owe all of my gratitude and praise.

Lucky are those who are with their loved ones this holiday season.  If you are not, perhaps you should.  There is yet still time to make amends and close any gaps this holiday season.  If not this holiday season, please keep in mind that it is never too late.  I am going to watch a movie called “The Wrestler” some time this week.  Although I am not a wrestling fan, I was advised to watch it as there seems to be a direct correlation to the sport of bodybuilding.  At any rate, I will voice my opinion in my next blog next Sunday.  In the meantime, don’t put off anything today that needs to be done as you can never know if there will ever be another chance.  I apologize for not posting a photo as I forgot my camera’s USB cable back in California.  Will do so as soon as I get back.