I have watched Monica's journey unfold and as her coach, I could not be prouder. She has worked so hard and even while her husband is over in Afghanistan, she has persevered and been determined in reaching her goals. I still remember the first time I met her on group night and heard her story of how she longs to be able to ride her horse again but because of her weight, she could not at the time. Monica is not even at goal yet but has done so well, she can now ride her beautiful horse again.

I have had the privilege of being a lifestyle coach for the Grace and Strength Program for three weeks now.  My first group of girls are working so hard and seeing great results, both on the scale and in their hearts! In our last small group we spent time talking about freedom. What does freedom look like for you?

Do you qualify for "The Stanley Cup"? As the 2011-12 NHL Hockey season comes to an end, only two teams are playing for "The Stanley Cup"! Are you reaching the Champion Level in your life? Some people take what they can get and are satisfied, while some strive for the highest level of accomplishment.

My name is Thelma Hickman and I began the Grace and Strength Lifestyle in December 2011, a short time after seeing an old college friends' transformation because of G&S.  She came to my surprise 40th birthday party and I was amazed at her glow.  At first I did not want to jump on another diet bandwagon.  I kept telling myself that just because it worked for her, didn't mean I could do it.  The Lord tugged at my heart and my husband and I decided it was time to make a change.

A large Wooly Mammoth grazed its way across the Ohio Valley from Cincinnati, across Kentucky and into Missouri. It was a slow unhurried journey filled with few dangers as very few predators could take down this mighty beast. Maybe it was old age that finally took its life 10,000 to 12,000 years ago, or maybe it was something it ATE. Regardless, in 1979 these bones were discovered and are now on display for the world to see at the Big Cedar Lodge in Branson, MO.