The President's Challenge

Back in September of 2003 I read an article in the paper about the President's Challenge. It is sponsored by the Presiden't Council on Physical Fitness and is a great way to log physical activity and earn points. I signed up for the Presidential Champions program, created a profile, chose a list of favorite activities and began to keep track of all my physical endeavors. It took awhile, but I eventually made my way through bronze (20,000 points), silver (45,000 points) and gold (80,000 points) awards. I then started over and, because I ramped up my physical activity in preparation for my first marathon, I proceeded throught next sequence of awards faster than the first time. I was set to work on my third gold medal, when a new award appeared, platinum. For this I would need 500,000 points. Well, I'm almost there, only 12,000 more points to go. The thing is, I'm not sure what the award is, because it is not listed on the awards order form. I'm excited, maybe I'll get an audience with the President.

I'm also proud to say that Kyler, my oldest son, has recently earned his first gold award. Way to go!!!