The Blog of Awake My Sole: November 2011

Monday, November 28, 2011

Charley

I read this book recently...

Synopsis of the book ::: John Steinbeck travels across America with his dog (Charley) for 3 months or so. He writes about his encounters with other people and his own thoughts as he journeys across America.

Finishing the book, I really wanted to get a dog, name him Charley and take him with me on my year-long run across Iowa.

I asked one of my friends if this was a good idea.

He responded, "No."

So I didn't.

It wouldn't be smart to bring an animal with me. I don't think many of my host homes would enjoy that.

However, on my way home today, I had a brilliant thought, instead of bringing a real animal, I could bring a stuffed animal...

:::So I thought I would bring a stuffed Wolf with me:::

Just messing...

Actually, I thought I would bring along a stuffed animal.

::: I would like to introduce to you to :::

Charley

(fitting huh?)

I've had this old muppet toy for a long time.

Maybe it will become my Wilson... Hopefully not. Hopefully I won't get too lonely on my trek...

I find even more meaning in taking Charley with me, cause my Gramps (who passed away several years ago) was a huge fan of this stuffed animal.

And my gramps middle name was Charles.

Donald Charles Howe

Miss ya gramps!!!

::: 2 days left to SHARE AMS to get some cool gear :::

::: Will Run 4 FOOD :::

::: I held his hair while he puked :::

Sunday, November 27, 2011

AMS Podcast & Promo Video

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And watch the AMS video

Awake My Sole Promo from Jim Henry on Vimeo.

Wednesday, November 23, 2011

I'm thankful

adjective

feeling or expressing gratitude; appreciative.

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Is it cliche to write a blog post saying I'm thankful a day before Thanksgiving?

Probably...

However, it's true. I am thankful, especially when I am reminded of the importance of friends, family and faith.

Thanksgiving has the ability to realign me to the things that are truly important.

Here are some things I'm thankful for... in pictures

Levi, Noah, David and Rebekah

Andrew, Cory and Cody

Family

More family

Colorado

Food

Traveling to distant lands

Family in Colorado

Iowa

Coffee in a mug from Turkey

Fanny Packs

Chipotle

More things I'm thankful for... in words

Kris, who gave the idea of me running and speaking as a profession. She planted the seed of Awake My Sole 3 years ago.

To the numerous people who have listened to my dream... who have encouraged, challenged, and asked me the tough questions, and continue to ask those tough questions.

the people following the AMS facebook and twitter page.

my family, mentors, friends, who support what I am doing.

my faith community, who believes in what I am doing.

health, and the abilities of running and speaking.

those who have sponsored me and will sponsor me this coming year.

the families that are welcoming me into their homes as I run across Iowa.

for the Creator... who has given me life...

plus many many many more...

Friday, November 18, 2011

AMS Week Wrap Up #7

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details HERE

Random Pics from the week::: enjoy

made a pizza on a grill

Sunday Morning

at GREEK TO ME ... pennies for a purpose.... some friends and I helped this happen... news story HERE

John 8

make shift pencil sharpener

Will Run For Food... blog post from earlier this week

Speaker VS the Audience

Now, to get all that into that buggy... prepping for the trek...

organic t-shirts screen printed by Mark... you can win one by SHARING (deadline Nov. 30) HERE

made a homemade pot pie this week... it was dang good... got the recipe at www.allrecipes.com

HAVE a happy Thanksgiving!!!

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Tuesday, November 15, 2011

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Every time you mention AMS on FB, Twitter or Word-of-mouth you will be entered in a drawing to win some neat stuff: More times you mention AMS the more chances you have to win.

Ends November 30

Winners will be announced December 2
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Every time you mention AMS on FB, Twitter or Word-of-mouth you will be entered in a drawing to win some neat stuff: More times you mention AMS the more chances you have to win.

Ends November 30

Winners will be announced December 2

(first person drawn, gets first pick of prizes)

NEAT PRIZES:

Win a Hand Knit Hat by Alisha (3 hats)

Win a Screen Printed Organic T-Shirt by Mark (6 limited edition shirts)

Win a Laser Engraved Gift by Debbie (1 water bottle, 1 coffee mug)

Win a bag of Roasted Coffee by Jumpy Monkey Coffee (5 one pound bags of coffee)

Win a pair of Tye-Dye Toe Socks by Emily (4 pairs)

Win a sticker designed by Brennan (50 stickers)

Every time you mention AMS on FB, Twitter or Word-of-mouth you will be entered in a drawing to win some neat stuff: More times you mention AMS the more chances you have to win.

Ends November 30

Winners will be announced December 2

(first person drawn, gets first pick of prizes)

Additional Information about Awake My Sole:

Sioux City Journal Article

Youtube Video - Jim's Dream - The story behind Awake My Sole

Map, 20 cities, Dates, Mileage

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Monday, November 14, 2011

Will Run For Food

"You can praise God by peeling a spud if you peel it to perfection. Don't compromise. Compromise is a language of the devil. Run in God's name and let the world stand back and in wonder."

From the Movie Chariots of Fire

In 54 days I will begin the Awake My Sole trek: a year long run across the beautiful state of Iowa.

Since stepping down from my position as a full time middle school director, I have become a full time speaker and runner.

My buggy I will be carrying my belongings as I trek across Iowa

Since August I have been:

setting up host homes in 20 towns

setting up speaking engagements

forming teams of people

creating schedules

writing talks

aligning sponsors

meeting with people about what I am doing

running, stretching

working with a graphic designer

reading and studying

dreaming

and tons more...

It has become a full time job, and I love every bit of it.

Sioux City Journal Article about my run across Iowa

Stickers designed by Brennan (want one? Comment below)

"You came to see a race today. To see someone win. It happened to be me. But I want you to do more than just watch a race. I want you to take part in it. I want to compare faith to running in a race. It's hard. It requires concentration of will, energy of soul. You experience elation when the winner breaks the tape - especially if you've got a bet on it. But how long does that last? You go home. Maybe you're dinner's burnt. Maybe you haven't got a job. So who am I to say, "Believe, have faith," in the face of life's realities? I would like to give you something more permanent, but I can only point the way. I have no formula for winning the race. Everyone runs in her own way, or his own way. And where does the power come from, to see the race to its end? From within. Jesus said, "Behold, the Kingdom of God is within you. If with all your hearts, you truly seek me, you shall ever surely find me." If you commit yourself to the love of Christ, then that is how you run a straight race." From the Movie Chariots of Fire

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