I just finished watching a documentary entitled "Hooked" on MSNBC, which examined the phenomenon of female bodybuilding with special attention given to professional competitors Colette Nelson and Christy Hawkins. I've had the immense pleasure of meeting both women, and I was initially concerned that they wouldn't be depicted fairly (which is sadly often the case in media stories of this nature).

However, my concerns proved to be unfounded as MSNBC put forth a story that was completely fair, unbiased and devoid of sensationalism. It was the first time I can recall seeing a story about pro bodybuilders that was free of hyperbole and inaccurately researched pseudo-facts, and I very much enjoyed every minute of it. I urge anyone who has even the slightest interest in finding out why female bodybuilders do what they do to consult their listings for a rebroadcast and check it out.

On a side note, I am compelled to give mention to the fact that in 2004, during a time when I was required to be in Vancouver during my late wife Marianna's Mexico-based cancer treatment, Ms. Hawkins went well out of her way to spend a day with Marianna in my absence. I don't know whether Christy realizes it or not, but that day had a tremendous impact on Marianna and I will always appreciate it. Christy's definitely one of the good ones, and I'm pleased to see her doing so well.