Day of Truth 01.20.09

Being the day of the Inauguration, the principle we will use today is Truth, because starting today, America is going to have to face some very harsh ones. We can no longer keep our heads buried in the sands of consumerism. We as human beings have a greater responsibility than to acquire stuff. We have a responsibility to one another. We all will need help in the future, help getting through, dealing with, and overcoming some of these harsh truths. Today we will deal with Truth, and we will offer our hands in help.

TRUTH ~ power
No matter what we try
It always comes to light
Like the daybreak ends the darkness
And replaces wrong with right

Though a lot of people would believe we had the day off because of this special day, we honor today by getting to work. Every year we allow special groups to come and train alongside the college and professional athletes. Today we had a small group of youngsters join us. The key is they have to try and do as much as the older guys. Some of the young kids can go as hard and as long as the older guys. Some of them have better technique. All in all, it’s a lot of fun and it gives the guys a chance to make a friend and give a helping hand by being an inspiration to a young hopeful.

It’s more of a core strength day for the combine athletes. I call it my Jane Fonda day, and as Larry Beard said, “This Jane Fonda stuff can kick your ass!” Though it is a lighter day, there are still some very intense drills we have to get through. The youngsters were the real champs. They performed beautifully and handled themselves like professionals. Very proud of you guys! Plus Isaac, Isaiah, and Daniel already have "star" written on them.

I noticed Demetrius sweating up a storm today and congratulated him on the work. But someone let me know the sweat was coming from the FlexPower he rubbed over his entire body before practice... lol Boy you are crazy! He was sweating like he had jalepeno juice in his water bottle. That’s one way to warm up!