Feb. 18, 2005

Hello again.....

Thanks for all your positive feedback from my last post. It has been a crazy year. The support from my friends, family, and respected people in the sport has been amazing for both Dave and I. If you do write him.......please send a self-addressed envelope....he doesn't have that many stamps. He has a limited amount of money to spend a month....and when he runs out....he has to just get by. He is reading all your letters and it really helps keep his spirts HIGH.

On another more positive NOTE.....guess who is going to be in MAXIUM Magazine???? ME!!! Yes, ME. I spoke with Steve Wienberger ( the NYC IFBB District Chairman ) and he asked me....How do I look right NOW? Well, I am only two weeks into a diet....but, doesn't Maxium like CURVBS? Needless to say, I went to the "GO SEE" on Thursday morning and FRIDAY NIGHT........I was shooting with Maxium. I don't want to spoil the surprise, in regards to what the shoot entailed....but, it is great. I acutally look alright for 170#. I think you all will love it.

I got to meet "MOBY" the SINGER......for those of you who don't know him he is the guy that does all the music for those car commercials or you might know him from when he sang a duet with Gwen Staffani. He was shooting the cover of Rolling Stone...........it was some crazy PRISON theme.

You have to LOVE New York. This is the land of opportunity. I am shooting with WPW on Sunday and also AWEFILMS want to do some kind of STRENGTH CHALLENGE similar to the RAYE HOLLLIT show.........it seems people want to see me repeat the crazy 64 reps with 80# barbell.

I will be adding some of my HOTTEST photos yet....from David Kippin. They are my favorite pictures.

I am adding contest prep pics to my contest countdown.. I am a week behind. I have to get my roommate on the ball..............she is a bartender and I never see her. That is the problem.

Thanks again for all being there for me. I am going to be working Rick Collins Booth from 1-2 p.m. 5/5/05 at the ARNOLD classic....please stop by and say, Hello. Also- Don't forget, I am going to be at SHAWN RAYS 5/26/05 Muscle Camp in New Jersey. Come out and train with me.

Colette

Feb. 14- 2005

Happy Valentines Day Everyone!

Thank you all for all your support for DAVE. Wow- I couldn't believe the overwhelming response I got from my fans. You all are so wonderful. Some of you even contacted me personally to say that you are sending momentos such as comic books, photos, magazines, etc.... that is just awesome. It is great to see that when someone is going through a difficult time people can come together and act unselfishly and really sincerely care. I am serious- I so appreciate all your emails and support for him and me. I seriously have the greatest fans and friends on earth. THANK YOU!!!!!

I want to remind all of you .......... I am going to be promoting the SHAWN RAY's MUSCLE CAMP here in NEW JERSEY March 26th at the Arnold Classic ----------Along with Myself..........there are going to be top male and female BB's there from all over the country. Linda Murry is going to be there........ that is how exciting of an event this is going to be. I am going to put up a flyer on my website for the event ......... if you are in the area..........please come out. I will be mostly stationed at Rich Collins and Steve Reeves Nutrition booths at the Arnold. I will also be walking around----spreading the word about the MUSCLE CAMP. That is my main goal on Saturday........and saying HI, to each and everyone of my fabulous fans.

One last PLUG----- don't forget to come out for the NY Pro Show May 21. It is going to be my Pro-debut.........and I could really use a lot of crowd support. If anyone has ever been to a NY show........ the audience really makes a difference. Stay tuned on my website and daily thoughts.

I am shooting with WPW on Feb. 20th for one last ditch effort of my OFF-SEASON look before the DIET starts taking on it fabulous MAGIC. I am going to be doing some of my FEATS or STRENGTH..........those guys love that stuff.

Lastly, I am getting certified to be a make-up artist........the course begins Feb. 21....I can't wait. This is going to be so exciting.......long days.........but, so rewarding.

"Without struggle..........there can be no progress."

I love you all..........Happy Valentines Days.

Also- if you want to send Dave anything or just drop him a line to keep his spirts HIGH.........

visit www.davepalumbo.com

Feb. 13, 2005

Hello

I know it has been a long time since my last entry. There has been a lot going on in my life. My fiance' Dave was sentenced to 5 months in Morgan Town Federal Prison. I was there all the way up until I had to drop him off at the front door and they told me that this was as far as I could go.........say your goodbye's now. It was a very sad moment....and at that moment you realize that the person you love is about to step into a very unpleasant world for almost 1/2 a year. If you think about the life-style of a bodybuilder you would understand that being taken away from your daily rituals is enough punishment in itself. Imagine........Not being able to eat every 2-3 hours, being limited on protein intake, no mutli-vitamins, Glucosamine, creatine, protein shakes, limited training facility..............Do you know that they are restricting protein intake and are planning on dissolving the gym in MAY at Morgantown. They do not want the inmates working out for fear that they might overpower the guards. How about silly things like not being able to shave ( you know how most bodybuilders shave their entire bodies ); not being able to have massages, chiropractic adjustments, and active release treatments. How about being forced to eat corn flakes and whole milk in the morning, fried chicken and tator tots for lunch and 4 oz of Salsbury Steak for dinner. Can you imagine?

For all of you who do not KNOW Dave or have judged him in the past.............has some heart in this matter. For any bodybuilder out there...........you know that being taken away from your Rituals would drive you insane. If you have some spare time, please write him a letter. Give your support. He can only recieve soft cover books and magazine. No food ( we can't send protein bars, protein powder, etc........) It isn't allowed. He told me that everyone loves Muscle Magazines ...........so, send away. Dave also loves Car magazine, Spiritual magazine and books, and anything to do with animals. He loves his dogs and cats.

Here is his address:
DAVID PALUMBO INMATE # 94166-198
FCI Morgantown
P.O. Box 1000Morgantown, WV 26507

On a final note.............I made a last minute decision to go to the ARNOLD CLASSIC. I wasn't going to go........I had turned down the invite to help Dave through this horrible situation. But, I am helping Shawn Ray with the PROMOTION of the MUSCLE CAMP help March 26 here in Rutherford, NJ and Bob Bonoms gym, Strong & Shapely. I am also going to be helping Rick Collins at his booth and just try and stay focused on my contest preparation for the May 21st show here in NY.

I hope to see all my fans there--------so, please stop by and say, HELLO.

I just finished a new site..........www.karalynn-babyboomer.com

Check it out.

Colette