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Just a Birthday at The Battery 1-18-20

QIC:  John Doe

Date: 01/18/1981

PAX: Threeskin, Shot Put, Schnitzel (R), 9-Volt (R), FNG-Thin Mint (R), Mrs. Baker (R), Bubbles (R), Topless (R), Clothespin, Biscuit Ring, El Chapo, Deep Dish, Toe Tag

AO: The Battery

Conditions

Cool crisp morning with some cloud cover

COP

Mosey 1 lap around the skate park, SSH – 20 (IC), Forward Folds – 10 (IC), Third Grade Exercises – 10 (IC), Willie Mays Hays – 10 (IC), LBAC – 10 (IC), Rev LBAC – 10 (IC)

The Thang

Burpee Apocalypse
10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1

Sorta Dora

Counted off into three groups – roughly 4 men per group

Three cones stationed 39 feet apart

Station one – 13 Merkins

Station two – 13 Dive Bombers

Station three – 13 Aquamans

Ran lap around skate Park after station three

Rinse and Repeat (Did this a total of 6 times)

Circled up for a quick HIIT: 39 seconds of each exercise (2 times)

  • SSH
  • Air Squats
  • Flutter Kick to Jump Squat
  • Burpees

Finished with PAX Mary

COT

Being that it was the QIC’s 39th birthday, I talked about the meaning behind the Angel number 39. The number 3 being associated with creativity, self-expression, enthusiasm, expansion, and growth. While the number 9 is the number of Spiritual Laws, unity, generosity, inner-wisdom, spiritual awakening and enlightenment, divine purpose and soul mission

Tied these numbers into the 3rd-F mission and how it resonated with me on personal level. Encouraged the PAX to look for their own generosity and giving, and how they can help others.

BALL OF MAN: Congregation of two or more men in physical contact, usually (but not exclusively) in the prayer that terminates the COT. Abbr: BOM]

Moleskin

Being that I’m super late on getting this done, my short term memory loss has caught up to me. I’m sure there were some 9-Volt gems that were thrown out

News

Sign Up to Q a 3rd-F at Chubby’s

Mrs. Baker next up to Q

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    HIIT Em High BURP Em Low – Hacksaw 1-24-20

    QIC:  John Doe

    Date: 01/24/2020

    PAX: Hostess, Toe Tag, Walla Walla, Fast Lane, Bernie, Snow Patrol, Cold Play

    AO: Hacksaw

    Conditions

    High 30s to Low 40s with some light rain

    COP

    Mosey to Police Parking; SSH – 15 (IC); Forward Folds – 10 (IC); Third Grade Exercises – 10 (IC); Willie Mays Hays – 10 (IC); SSH – 15 (IC); Mosey to Pavilion

    The Thang

    Mixed in some old with the new

    Burpee Apocalypse
    Burpees – 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1

    HIIT Training
    4 Exercises repeated for 6 Rds

    • Side Straddle Hops
    • Flutter Jump Squat
    • Apolo Ohno’s
    • Mountain Climber

    Rd 1 – 60 sec per exercise; Rd 2 – 50 sec per exercise; Rd 3 – 40 sec per exercise; Rd 4 – 30 sec per exercise; Rd 5 – 20 sec per exercise; Rd 6 – 10 sec per exercise

    *20 Seconds rest between each round*

    Burpee Mania
    Half PAX does Burpees for 1 minute while the other Half PAX rests, then switch and repeat (Did this 2 times – Goal was 5 times – ran out of time)

    Mosey back from Pavilion to Parking lot for COT

    COT

    Talked about Givers Gain mentality and tied it into the 3rd-F with the homeless ministry. Made a request for each PAX member to find two Tuesdays a year to go and serve in partnership with Chubby’s
    BALL OF MAN: Congregation of two or more men in physical contact, usually (but not exclusively) in the prayer that terminates the COT. Abbr: BOM]

    Moleskin

    Searched high and low but no transvestites here either. Compliments were given to the chef for keeping everyone dry. Curse words were thought with each Burpee

    News

    3rd-F Q Opportunity still available for February; Convergence on 2/8/20 at Liberty Creek AO; OTB N GA on Saturday – new location

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      20/20 Vision with some Bells – (Landfill 1/4/20)

      QIC:  John Doe

      Date: 01/04/2020

      PAX: Lutefisk, Back Pew, Candu, Iron Butt (Respect x2), Fly-by (Respect), Ringwald, Moneyball, Roomba, Chief, Mr. Clean (Kotters), Uncle Fester, Skitch, Prosciutto, Fissure, FNG-Nemo, Loan Shark, Sunburn (Respect), Goose, Toe Tag, Friar Tuck

      AO: Landfill

      Conditions

      Pretty wet and damp morning with a “coolness” in the air, but that could’ve been the PAX itself

      COP

      SSH – 20 (IC); Forward Fold – 10 (IC); Third Grade Exercises – 10 (IC); Willie Mays Hays – 10 (IC)

      Burpee Apocalypse – 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1

      The Thang

      Short Mosey from the upper pavilion down to the lower pavilion, once at lower pavilion had everyone partner up

      20/20 For 2020
      Partner One – AmRep of Aquaman at lower Pavilion

      Partner Two – Ran up the hill to the upper Pavilion and the sweet sound of 80’s pop; 10 Dive Bombers at the Top; Ran Back down the hill to tag partner One

      Partner Two – AmRep of Aquaman at Lower Pavilion

      Partner One – Ran up the hill to the upper Pavilion and the sweet sound of 80’s pop; 10 Dive Bombers at the Top; Ran Back down the hill to tag partner Two

      Each Team Member did 10 rounds or sets for a total of 20 rounds/sets per team

      Pyramid of Legs

      Pax did a Pyramid of leg exercises:

      1 – Air Squat, 2 – Lunges (1 each leg), 3 – Toe Mericans

      2- Air Squats, 4 – Lunges (2 each leg), 6 – Toe Mericans

      3 – Air Squats, 6 Lunges (3 each leg), 9 – Toe Mericans

      …..all the way up the pyramind with the last set being:

      10 – Air Squats, 20 Lunges (10 each leg), 30 – Toe Mericans

      Hells Bells

      Pax held plank during the song “Hells Bells” by ACDC, doing a Merican every time the song sang the lyrics “Hells Bells”

      COT

      COT was fairly short, but hopefully somewhat impactful. Read the affirmation and Bible verse below. Challenged the PAX to give something up to serve someone else, whether at home, at work or in the community.

      What activity do I need to give up, so I am available to serve someone else?

      [Boyd Bailey]

      Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.

      Romans 12:10


      BALL OF MAN: Skitch lead us home in prayer

      Moleskin

      Not listed in the Pax are Fetch and the two other dogs that par-took in the hour long workout. Thought about naming the BB “Do you like Daags” @Toe Tag threaten to form tackle the Q mid-workout; A lot of sweat, a lot of grunts, and 4 minutes of plank is WAY to LOOONG. There was a group of two Clemson fans that finished the group workout first….possibly some foreshadowing???

      News

      Gloomies on 1/13/20 payment deadline is 1/6/20

      Chubby’s on Rossville Blvd starting at 5-5:30pm EVERY Tuesday to help serve the homeless – opportunity to sign up on Slack – M’s and 2.0’s encouraged to join

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        Let The Bodies Hit The Floor – Boneyard 12/20/19

        QIC:  John Doe

        Date: 12/20/19

        PAX: VSquared, Lady Scott, Iron Butt (RR), Sunburn (R), FNG-Shart Blossom

        AO: Boneyard

        Conditions

        Cold and clear morning with a hint of frost on the ground

        COP

        Mosey around the track; SSH – 20 (IC), Forward Folds – 10 (IC), Third Grade Exercises – 10 (IC), Willie Mays Hays – 10 (IC), LBAC – 10 (IC), Rev LBAC – 10 (IC), SSH – 20 (IC)

        The Thang

        Burpee Apocalypse – 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1

        Round 1

        Standing Squats – 20 (IC), Lunges – OYO 15 each leg, Indian Run around the loop

        Round 2

        Standing Squats – 20 (IC), Lunges – OYO 15 each leg, Calf Raises – OYO 40 each leg, Indian Run around the loop

        Round 3

        Standing Squats – 10 (IC), Lunges – OYO 15 each leg, Calf Raises – OYO 40 each leg, Bonnie Blairs – 10 each leg, Indian Run around the loop

        Round 4

        Played the song “Let the Bodies Hit the Floor” – PAX did Burpees each time the song said the phrase “Let the Bodies Hit the Floor” – Constant SSH or High Knees in between the burpees

        Finished with 6 minutes of Mary – PAX lead in rotation around the circle
        [Description of exercises]

        COT

        Being that we are on the tail end of our initial clothing drive, I chose to close us out with a COT similar to one we did a few weeks back. It all ties around our Contribution verses our Capacity. I used a balloon analagy and likened it to how they can be a little tougher to blow up at first and has little capacity, but with some stretching (getting out your comfort zone) and some more air (effort) then that balloon begins to expand it’s capacity. As we walk daily my challenge is to increase our contribution to be closer to our capacity and we will truly grow

        BALL OF MAN: Prayers for Sunburn’s Mom and the Count’s brother. Prayers for VSquared as he seeks new opportunity

        Moleskin

        Not a whole lot of chatter this morning. We did have some service transportation bus buprees come through that made some noise. But all in all a quiet and focused morning

        News

        Meeting at Chubby’s on 12/23 and 12/30 to assist in handing supplies to the homeless

        Convergence at Lion’s Den on 1/1/19

        Gloomies at Keller Williams Downtown on 1/13/19

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          Run Forrest Run – Lions Den 12/18/19

          QIC: John Doe

          Date: 12/18/2019

          PAX: Friar Tuck, Free Time, Ohms, Coypu, Fissure, Blindside, Burrito, The Count (RR)

          AO: Lions Den

          Conditions

          According to The Count, it was a perfect and beautiful morning. It was also cold and crisp with clear skies

          COP

          Mosey 400m; SSH – 25 (IC), Forward Folds – 10 (IC), Third Grade Exercises – 10 (IC), Willie Mays Hays – 10 (IC), SSH – 25 (IC)

          The Thang

          Burpee Apocalypse – 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1

          Run 400M then head to endzone for….


          Run Forrest Run

          Sprint 20 yds, Jog 20yds (5 times)

          Sprint 40 yds, Jog 40 yds (5 times)

          Sprint 60 yds, Jog 60 yds (5 times)

          Sprint 100 yds, Jog 100yds (2 times)

          Sprint 200m, Jog 200m (2 times)

          Close the last 6 minutes with 6 minutes of PAX lead Mary

          COT

          Just finished reading Freed to Lead – mentioned how the book talks of everyone has a dolphin and a daffodil with my interpretation being everyone has a specific and unique talent (dolphin) and a specific and unique passion (daffodil). And that we are individually created with a Divine Design. When that talent intersect with that passion then we know where our Divine Design lays, and to chase and embrace it. I’m still searching but getting closer every day. Challenged the PAX to find a starting point to seek their own Divine Design, and to start with asking those close to them (friends, family, spouses) if they were to describe you in one word, what would it be? You will find commonalities and that may very well be the staring point to where you were meant to go.


          BALL OF MAN: Prayers for The Count’s Brother; Prayers for all those families traveling over Christmas

          Moleskin

          Burrito covered a lot on the Lions Den Channel, but there’s always so much more when theres a rolled tortilla around. But here’s some cliff notes…Ohms is as fast as advertised. Not kidding he’s fast. Coypu does move quick for a guy of his stature. The Count might be the fittest person in F3…he rucked 6 miles prior and then did all these sprints. Unreal. Friar Tuck does not quit!

          Oh, and there were a lot of Whittler mom jokes coming from a certain corner….unfortunately he wasn’t there to defend himself

          News

          Bring Hoodies, Jackets, etc to your AO

          Convergence at Lions Den on 1/1/2019

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            Texas Hold Em – Underwood Style (The Huey)

            QIC: John Doe

            Date: 12/09/2019

            PAX: Ducktales, Band Camp, Whittler, Burrito, Hasbro, Fissure, Milkman, Radiohead, Spackler, U-Turn

            AO: The Huey

            Conditions

            Beautiful Winter morning…seriously is was in the high 50’s

            COP

            400m warm up around the mini-track; Side straddle hops – 25 in cadence; forward folds – 10 in cadence; 3rd grade exercises – 10 in cadence; little baby arm circles (front/reverse) ; willie mays hays – 10 in cadence

            The Thang

            Burpee Apocalypse – 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1


            Let’s Play a Card Game


            Hearts = Merkins; Diamonds = Dive Bombers; Spades = Air Squats; Clubs = Standing Lunges (each leg); Jokers = Minute Plank

            Began with the entire stack of 54 cards (including Jokers), and pulled randomly. Each suite was represented by an exercise and the number pulled was the number of reps done. All “numbers” should be fairly obvious with the exception of face cards.

            Jacks = 11; Queens = 12; Kings = 13; Aces = 15

            Total Reps = 105 Merkins; 105 Dive Bombers; 105 Air Squats; 105 Lunges (each leg or 210 total); 2 minute Plank

            Note: this did take up most of our time; however we did pull 4 additional cards randomly at the end to finish all the way through

            COT

            Continued the theme from Smackdown last week. “Contribution vs Capacity”. We each have varying levels of capacity and we each have various means to contribute. The challenge (especially as we work towards the ThirdF and giving) is to contribute closer to our capacity. To stretch ourselves when we give (whether monetarily, physically, emotionally, spiritually, with family/friends, etc.). I believe as we stretch ourselves in contribution and grow closer to our capacity then our capacity will also grow, giving us more room to contribute even greater.

            Moleskin

            Wow there’s so much that can be thrown out here, but I’ll keep it short. Burrito grunts ALOT, and LOUD. Not sure if it was some sort of mating call to “peacock” his man crush (Whittler) or if the workout was just that enjoyable. Fissure still wears that same white wig – looks good on him though.

            Welcome @Spackler from the Mothership that is Charlotte, NC….we’re glad you’re here!

            News

            Check out the ThirdF channel; Please bring old hoodies, jacket, coats, gloves to your AO over the next week. @Escobar and I will be collecting everything from the AOQ’s to deliver to Salvation Army

            December 27th/28th – Tentative Ruck and Food Drive – More Details to Come -Mark Your Calendars

            January 13th – National Championship Game – Potential Fellowship Party at Keller Williams Downtown @ Money Ball will provide more details

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            BU-BURPEE, BU-BURPEE, BU-BURP (Smackdown)

            QIC: John Doe

            Date: 12/05/2019

            PAX: Laces Out (R), Newport, Pomade, Holy Kiss, Gecko, Prosciutto, Gusher, Burrito, Kickback  

            AO: Smackdown

            Conditions

            Pleasantly warm compared to the norm. It was actually warmer on the Mountain then it was down in the flat country

            COP

            Quick Mosey around the 400m track, SSH – 20 (IC), Forward Fold – 10 (IC), Willie Mays Hayes – 10 (IC), Third Grade Exercises – 10 (IC), LBAC -10 (IC), Rev LBAC 10 (IC)

            The Thang

            Burrito set the expectations high when he challenged any Q to get him to be quiet during a workout. Although no Q can control each individual’s intensity, we can certainly accept a challenge. FWIW I love the Chatter!

            Burpee Apocalypse – 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1…simply put that’s (10+1)/2 x 10

            ROUND 1

            Burpee to Broad Jump (Burping Broad) in repetition to the 50 yd line; followed by 20 Air Squats, and sprint back to the start or 50yds if you’re following the math (LBC’s while waiting on the six)

            Walking Lunges to the 50yd line; followed by 10 dive bombers, and sprint back to the start…again that’s 50yds for math purposes (Hold Plank while waiting on the six)

            ROUND 2

            Burpee to Broad Jump (Burping Broad) in repetition to the 50 yd line; followed by 20 Air Squats, and sprint back to the start or 50yds if you’re following the math (LBC’s while waiting on the six)

            Walking Lunges to the 50yd line; followed by 10 dive bombers, and sprint back to the start…again that’s 50yds for math purposes (Hold Plank while waiting on the six)

            Burpee Apocalypse (Again) – 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1…for you math wizzes that’s 55 total (Lead by the one and only @Gusher in prep for his upcoming VQ)

            Closed with a PAX choice and PAX lead Mary

            COT

            Contribution vs Capacity – talked about how each individual has their own unique capacity to themselves, and the amount we contribute can very. Many times we don’t contribute to the full length of our capacity. However, when we do contribute more (increase that intensity) and get closer to our capacity then we can really stretch ourselves and grow.

            Not sure it all came out that when standing in the middle of the circle, buts that at least the replay in my head:)


            BALL OF MAN: Circled up and Burrito closed us out in prayer

            Moleskin

            Does a lot of grunting count here? That and straight up silence were most of the noises heard. Well, and how my highschool whooped McCallie in baseball every year.

            NEWS

            Gusher VQ on Tuesday at Smackdown – Come support him!

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              Apocalypse? No, just Black & White Stripes and Hills in the City

              QIC: John Doe

              Date: 11/26/2019

              PAX: Threeskin, Flemish, Ringwald, Pink Panther (R), Money Ball, FNG-Moses, Sunshine, Callahan (R), Coypu, FNG – Clink, Sherlock, Oil Can, Bullpen, Back Pew, Red Tees, Fissure, Hobo, Plunger, Lutefisk, Kowbell, Cyanide

              AO: Hill City

              Conditions

              Cool 38 degrees, clear skies with the smell and sounds of downtown

              COP

              SSH – 20 IC, Forward Folds – 10 IC, Third Grade Exercises – 10 IC, Willie Mays Hays – 10 IC, LBAC – 10 IC, Rev LBAC – 10 IC, SSH – 20 IC, Mosey to the field

              The Thang

              Burpee Apocalypse – 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 (hold Al Gore waiting on the 6) then Mosey to Walking Bridge

              Count off by 4 = 4 groups of 4 and 2 groups of 3

              Front Row – Ladders (20yd, 40yd, 60yd, 80yd)

              2nd Row – Dive Bombers while front row does ladders

              3rd Row – Bonnie Blairs while front row does ladders

              4th Row – Aquamans while front row does ladder

              Hold Plank waiting on the 6….shift up in rows with the person doing ladders goes back to the 4th row. Rinse and repeat.

              Note: We did this once all the way through and partially on the second (due to time) with the only modification being Fire Hydrants verses Aquamans in round 2

              Mosey Back to start for Jackie Chan’s

              Jackie Chan:

              30 seconds each Exercise (in order). Rest 1 minute and repeat. Total of three Blocks. Exercises Included: Hammers, Leg Raises, LBC, Heel Touches, Crunchy Frogs, and 100s

              COT

              22 men strong with 2 FNGs. Talked about taking the next step when unsure. Related it towards cliff jumping. Can be intimidating and full of fear at first but once you take that step and jump, it can be invigorating. Challenged everyone to take that first step whether it be in a new career, a tough conversation with a friend or family member, or in approaching that difficult client.

              Moleskin

              @Threeskin wore his referee jersey to make sure the Q was staying within the rules of engagement for what’s considered to be an appropriate F3 workout. #wherewasthewhistle?

              News

              Thanksgiving Day Convergence at #HillCity – lead by @Iron But and @ Skitch

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                Power of the LWD

                QIC: Co-Q (John Doe, WuzntMe)

                Date: 11/06/2019

                PAX: John Doe, WuzntMe, Walla Walla, SwipeRight, Vaccine, Madoff, Toe Tag, MaYhem, Fastlane, Peanuts, Jazzy Jag, Escobar, FNG-Angel Hair

                AO: Hacksaw

                Conditions

                Cool Brisk Fall Morning with a light fog over the open field

                COP

                Mosey – Grab Block from Hacksaw Stack – Mosey to Field

                Side Straddle Hops – 25 (IC), Forward Folds – 10 (IC), Third Grade Exercises – 10 (IC), Willie Mays Hays – 10 (IC), Lil Baby Arm Circles – 10 (IC), Rev Lil Baby Arm Circles – 10 (IC), Side Straddle Hops – 25 (IC)

                The Thang

                10 Reverse Lunge to Front Raise Curl w/ Block

                10 Plank Jack & Push Up to Leg Extension w/ Block

                10 Half Press to Full Press w/ Block

                10 Block Cleans

                10 Sumo Squat w/ Raised Block

                10 Lateral Lunges w/ Block

                *Block Bicep Curls or Tricep Extensions while waiting on everyone to finish

                **Repeat Exercises in cadence until time

                WuzntMe Handoff-

                Mosey to the bridge and back

                20 goblet squats

                15 man makers

                10 John McCains

                6 Consecos

                Mosey to bridge

                10 Goblet Squats

                10 Man makers

                10 McCains

                6 Consecos

                Mosey

                10 Goblets

                10 Man makers

                10 McCains

                6 Consecos

                MARY

                Flutter Kicks x20 IC

                Heel Touches x20 IC

                Freddie Mercury x 20 IC

                Time.

                COT

                [Insert any wisdom you’d like to share]
                [The “COT” aka the “CIRCLE OF TRUST” is the terminating stage of each Workout, wherein the PAX form a circle and conduct Counterama, Namerama, Announcearama and the Ball Of Man.
                BALL OF MAN: Congregation of two or more men in physical contact, usually (but not exclusively) in the prayer that terminates the COT. Abbr: BOM]

                Moleskin

                Welcome to Angel Hair, a retired Marine. He started chirping a bit, but good-natured trash talk is always welcome. He let us know that we broke him. Like a limp, wet, small white noodle. Don’t taunt the Q…

                News

                Convergence at the BX 11/16, Battery anniversary 11/23, shirt link down – expect shipping soon.

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                  Open Up Your Hips And Let IT Flow (Slinky Dogs Part Deux)

                  QIC: John Doe

                  Date: 10/30/2019

                  PAX: Peanuts, Walla Walla, Toe Tag, Bernie, Gaylord, Swipe Right

                  AO: Hacksaw

                  Conditions

                  Started out as nice clear 64 degree morning, but finished with some rain and the roaring sound of a garbage truck

                  COP

                  Side Straddle Hops – 25 (IC); Forward Folds – 10 (IC); Third Grade Exercise – 10 (IC); Calf Stretch (each leg) – 10 (IC); Willie Mays Hays – 10 (IC); Side Straddle Hops – 25 (IC); 5 Burpees each for not having the flag

                  The Thang

                  Mosey over to THE HILL for some church (.3 miles)

                  Formed a single file line as a group for each rotation
                  SLINKY DOGS

                  AMRep Standing Squat, until each member Frog Jumped to the front of the line – Group Mosey UP the hill

                  AMRep Mericans, until each member bear crawled to the front of the line – Group Mosey DOWN the hill

                  AMRep LBCs, until each member did a basketball slide to the front (did this twice with different lead foot on the slide) – Group Mosey UP the hill

                  AMRep Dive Bombers, until each member did walking Lunges to the front – Group Mosey DOWN the hill

                  AMRep Aquamans, until each member did Bernies to the front – Group Mosey UP the hill

                  AMRep Standing Squat, until each member Frog Jumped to the front of the line – Group Mosey DOWN the hill

                  AMRep Mericans, until each member bear crawled to the front of the line – Group Mosey back to Dominos Parking Lot (.5 miles)

                  Finished w/ 4 minutes of Mary (Rotated PAX call on exercise)

                  COT

                  Nothing earth shattering.  Talked about being intentional.  Thankful for everyone being intentional in joining the group this morning.  Challenged everyone to be intentional today, even if it’s for one day – in our work, with our spouses/significant others, with our kids, and with ourselves. 

                  GO BE INTENTIONAL TODAY

                  Moleskin

                  At the request of Peanuts the title of this Q is what it is….open your hips and let it flow

                  News

                  11/16/19 – Convergence at BX; 11/23/19 – 1 YR Anniversary for THE BATTERY; 10/31 – OTB for new AO build up at BX

                  DNF – Next Q at Hacksaw on 11/1/19

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