the Masters Men ’ s Physique . Realizing that this qualified me for the Toronto Pro Qualifier which was just a week away I quickly registered where I placed 2nd in both of the Masters divisions I entered . My first shows … and four solid finishes . But I was not satisfied . I have always set the bar high for myself personally and professionally and I was having none of this second place business . So I got the critique from CPA head judge Rudy and made up my mind to come back next year to redeem myself .
That same summer my youngest son ( Asher ) stepped on stage for the first time at 18 years old at the Fouad Abiad Natural Championships where he did amazingly well in the Junior Classic Physique categories placing first in all . Asher has shown a natural desire to compete and to display his amazing physique through his posing . I am excited to watch him grow as a man and a competitor these next few years .
Veronica stepped on the stage for the first time in October 2023 at the Presidents Cup Naturals in Figure . This was thrilling ! Veronica has difficulty with getting in front of large crowds to speak let alone pose in heels and a bikini ! But she did it and had a great time . I have not seen her smile that much in the decades that we have been together . It was fun to watch her come out of her comfort zone and to push herself to do the hard things .
With this first year under our belts and now that we were firmly established back home in Canada we set to work building for 2024 . I personally had two main goals for 2024 . Redeem myself at the Fouad and Toronto Pro Qualifier . Second , I wanted to make an honest attempt at a Pro card . I wanted to show a major improvement . I knew I could win , I just needed to improve my posing and build out a physique I already knew had winning potential .