I am feeling pretty darn good today.  This week is my birthday and I am surrounded by my four great children, my son-in-law who is as cool as a rule, my new grandson who I just want to squeeze all day long, my son's girlfriend who is just about the most adorable girl you can imagine, and my great ex-wife who is to this day my best friend.  Then, I am blessed to have as great a staff at my company as anyone could wish for who are also friends, a fact that I love.  And I have lots of buddies as well to round out the mix and make my life, while far from perfect, pretty darn good!

As another year ticks by I am happy to count my blessings.  I am 53 as of now and that's not too shabby.  Plus I am in tip top physical condition and that adds to a quality of life that is super.  As a note, I have too many friends who are my age and starting to fall apart or gain a lot of weight.  A few years ago I was in a bad car accident which I was lucky to survive. It left me with some chronic pain issues and I decided NOT to rely on painkillers to cope, so I joined a gym, starting watching what I ate and working out three times per week with weights and six days per week doing some sort of cardio (walking, swimming, or biking).  And the punch line of that is that I discovered the Ultimate Health Plan that they are always selling on TV!  Here's the secret: eat less and exercise more forever!  It really works if you make it a habit like - brushing your teeth - and I am living proof.

Meanwhile, The S.O.S. System is helping thousands of people across the country get their lives back on track and firmly in order.  There is nothing more gratifying than getting a “Success Story” from one my members, thanking S.O.S. for helping.  While you feel the benefit of lower stress and more money, I am richly compensated in satisfaction.  Thanks for trusting me and joining S.O.S.!  I think we make a great team.

So now I push ahead to 54.  If the next year is as great as this last, well, I am going to overflow with happiness.  I pledge to you to make the coming year in S.O.S. the most helpful and thought provoking for you ever.  I hope you stay with me for the ride.  Thanks again!