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I moved down to Richmond last weekend for the new job, and I decided it was time to start getting in shape for the wedding and honeymoon. Not only that, but for myself as well. My (little) brother's a fitness nut, and my parents run every day - but I've just never been able to sustain any serious workout program. Hockey and baseball were really the only physical activity that I did when I was growing up.

So, I purchased a membership at Golds Gym. They have a special right now where you get three Physical Training sessions for free, and I am taking advantage of them. My first meeting, with the trainer Greg, was mostly about getting a fitness test done. He had me do a series of exercises to determine my capabilities. Needless to say, I was extremely disappointed to learn that I am nowhere near as strong as I thought I was.

Anyway, after about an hour of the exercises he showed me, it was time to go. He assured me I would be a little sore the next day, and to continue doing these exercises until I could do them all. It's two days later, and my arms are still incredibly sore. But, I'm going again tonight to continue to work on this.

The goal is to get my body fat down to 19% by the wedding. I'm currently at 24%. This is an obtainable goal, according to the trainer, as long as I continue to work at it. That's the problem - motivation and resolve to actually do this. We'll see what happens, though. I'm hoping that with this regimen I see real changes.

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So far, 2007 is off to a very good start (despite the fact that I have yet to see snow in any considerable amount).

For those of you who do not know, I have accepted a position with a firm in Richmond, Virginia. The name of the firm is Dozier Internet Law, and they can be found here: http://www.cybertriallawyer.com. This is a great opportunity for me, as the firm practices only internet law – the exact type of thing I was looking for. After my interviews with them, I was certain that this is the type of law I want to practice. I’m looking forward to getting started next week.

Of course, since I will be taking a job in Richmond, I am also moving to Richmond. This isn’t a bad thing as after spending three years there during law school, I’m mostly familiar with the area. I’ve also got several friends in the area still, and while they don’t have a highest level professional sports team, I think I’ll be good (thank you NHL Center Ice Package!)

The last two weeks have been incredibly hectic for me because of this new development. Not only did I have to put in my notice at Georgetown, but I’ve had to find an apartment in Richmond, pack up my half (plus some of Martha’s) part of the apartment, and change my status with the VA State Bar to Active (from Associate). The most hectic part has been changing status – no matter how many times I’ve sent things marked urgent, they either say they never received them (my dues), or that they will take a few days to get in (MCLEs). There has to be a better way to do both of those things, but alas, it isn’t in place yet. On the other hand, I have the apartment and am mostly packed, so that is the good news.

Martha will be staying in DC. This obviously is going to be difficult for us to do, but it’s what is best for our long-term futures. This job is one of those that she and I both recognize as great opportunities. Plus, it will allow her to work on the wedding stuff. I also plan on spending the weekends up there, time permitting.

Georgetown will be a tough place to leave, given all that they have done for me, and the great people I work with. I know I never would have gone to Qatar if it weren’t for Georgetown. I can’t say enough good things about working at GU, but like I said, this opportunity was one I couldn’t pass up. I’m excited to begin a new chapter in my life, and hope this job is everything I know it can be.

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It is good to see that now that the Democrats have control of the House and Senate (albeit by a very slim margin), they are hitting some issues head on. During the first day of the congressional session, Democrats introduced a bill that will mandate net neutrality.

I'm a big fan of net neutrality, personally. It's good to see (finally) that those in charge aren't cowing to the big corporations, and might actually be doing something that is good for Joe American. So, we'll see how far it makes it - but I'm hoping this one sticks.

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