I have had a busy week!!!!! Shopping for Christmas, working, getting some workouts in, and somewhere in there trying to get some housework done:) My right arm is still really sore from the bone marrow procedure....I told you last week that my arms looked like a junkie's.....they look even worse now! I have been wearing long sleeve shirts so people don't have to stare:) The bruises are turning all shades of green and purple...and seem to be sliding down my arm. The pain is getting better every day. I still can't lift as heavy as I am used to, which is frustrating to say the least. I have to take advantage of my newly stored fat to make some good muscle.....(ha ha ha). Speaking of fat....have I told you how much I feel like I've put on? My husband keeps telling me it's all in my head, but aren't they supposed to say that? I know I have been partaking in a few too many carbs this week:) I told myself that as soon as Christmas is over- game on- time to train hard!!!

Today, a wonderful article about me was published in the Bend Bulletin. It was written by Bill Bigelow, the sports editor. He is the nicest guy, and a great writer. We spent a lot of time talking about the article- he really felt this story was important, and that came across in his writing. Bill, if you are reading this.....Thank you so much! I have included the link below for anyone who wants to read the article.

http://bendbulletin.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20051211/SPORTS05/512110311/1013&nav_category=#

I'm sure all of my bodybuilding friends saw the picture and said "Tami sure did puff up after nationals." (When your buddies see you at your competition best, they know first hand how swollen you get after a contest.) I still look thin and fit to most people, but to me.....I look like a marshmallow:) All part of the post contest "rebound". When I can settle into a good workout routine again, I will level out just fine. I am so excited for the future...I have so many plans and opportunities. Life is good. Till next time my friends, all my love.

Tami