Even though I feel as if I have finally found the right combination of gyms, trainers, friends, and living situation in Toronto, I am ever mindful of the fact that this path can be an extremely lonely and uncertain one.

Despite the positive progression and forward momentum I have experienced as of late, I have been somewhat overwhelmed by the feeling that each step forward is essentially one step closer to the edge.

Having said that, this time something is different, this time I think I can make it... this time I I think I can fly.

If not, I have thrown myself onto the rocks before.

I have been battered, broken, shamed and defeated. I have learned how to pick up the remains and start anew... I have unsuccessfully tried to drown this life too many times.

Late last week I signed a contract to battle a set opponent on a set date. However, I have decided not to make the name or date of this event public until everything is 100% concrete.

If everything goes according to plan, this will be the most publicized contest of my professional career... so it is only fitting that this will be the greatest test of my combat career as well.