Random Pics from the week
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| Ames Iowa sky |
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| Tuesday night sunset |
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| Ames Iowa water tower |
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| on Wednesday in the middle of speaking, ate a middle school lunch. Yum!!! |
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| This is Dreyfus, my Ames' Iowa host home dog |
Saturday, March 31, 2012
AMS end of week wrap up - Ames Iowa
Thursday, March 29, 2012
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Charley was attacked by a dog
Tis true.
Charley was attacked by a dog.
Not during a run... but one of the host home dogs nibbled on his eyes.
Charley is okay, not too badly harmed. Still my traveling buddy.
So I thought I would round up some pics of Charley so far on the Awake My Sole journey.
Also, for those who don't the know the story behind Charley ::: HERE it is
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| Charley's nibbled off eye |
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| the beginning of the journey |
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| before the journey |
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| in Sioux City by the Kay Dee station |
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| in the blizzard while running to Orange city |
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| Passing through Hospers |
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| Entering Spencer |
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| Running to Ames Iowa |
Monday, March 26, 2012
Inspiring Story
Hi Jim, this is Karen.
Just wanted to thank you again for coming to the "Underground" in the Spencer Dream Center (Spencer, Iowa) awhile back. As I said then, I had been thinking about getting back into writing or doing something with the music I'd been writing. At this time, I am seeing some of the dreams I believe the Lord put in my heart in the 1980's come to pass.
If everything goes as planned it looks like I might be recording some of the songs in June this year. I've talked to some of the worship team from church and have received a yes from each one to helping with the playing/singing. At this time I'm selecting the songs and preparing them for sharing with the worship team.
Thank you for re-affirming what was already in my heart. I'm looking forward to what the Lord will do with the cd and with the opportunities that lie ahead.
Praying all is going well with your run and ministry to those you meet.
Sincerely, Karen.
Just wanted to thank you again for coming to the "Underground" in the Spencer Dream Center (Spencer, Iowa) awhile back. As I said then, I had been thinking about getting back into writing or doing something with the music I'd been writing. At this time, I am seeing some of the dreams I believe the Lord put in my heart in the 1980's come to pass.
If everything goes as planned it looks like I might be recording some of the songs in June this year. I've talked to some of the worship team from church and have received a yes from each one to helping with the playing/singing. At this time I'm selecting the songs and preparing them for sharing with the worship team.
Thank you for re-affirming what was already in my heart. I'm looking forward to what the Lord will do with the cd and with the opportunities that lie ahead.
Praying all is going well with your run and ministry to those you meet.
Sincerely, Karen.
Ames - Running Recap
Start Time: 710a End Time: 615p
Weather: The temps were great, however I was running against 20-40mph winds the whole time. Made for an exhausting slow journey.
Number of dogs who barked & chased me: 7. One dog charged me and I actually used my gear cart as a defense to scare off the dog.
Total Mileage: 41.6 miles
Cops who stopped me: 0
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| fork in the road |
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| over a river |
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| charley |
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| entering Boone County |
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| Power |
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| exiting Boone County. Ran through a whole county. |
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| Awe |
Next Run: Next Monday to Des Moines. Around 35 miles.
Cool Story from the Run: Because I was running against wind the whole day, I was exhausted and sick of the wind. At one point in my run, I decided I was going to ENJOY and be THANKFUL for the wind. It changed my attitude and helped me ENDURE and get through it.
Friday, March 23, 2012
AMS end of week wrap up - Webster City Iowa
Random Pics from the week
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| Webster City clouds |
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| My new favorite sign |
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| best way to end a run is an ice-cold coke in a bottle |
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| thursday evening sunset |
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| friday afternoon clouds |
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
AMS for kids - Webster City Iowa
This week I'm in Webster City Iowa
Cool pic during my run from Fort Dodge to Webster City Iowa. Sweet rainbow
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
We never would have been able to experience those moments with Lou if we never went.
On March 5th I received this message from a nurse in Kingsley:
A couple months earlier, on Saturday January 21st:
Two middle school students and I visited the Kingsley nursing home. We wanted to visit and chill with the residents.
We sat down with Lou, and at first she was a bit leery about two middle school students and a shaggy-haired-dude chatting with her, but within in 5 minutes she opened up and was sharing about her life.
One thing I distinctly remember is her plush-stuffed-animal cat.
With a smirk she said "Push it's paw."
We pushed the paw, it started purring and in unison we said, "Awww... that is so cute."
It purred three times.
On it's 4th purr it started shaking violently and produced a high pitch "MEOW!!!"
It startled us, like a person who jumps out behind a corner to surprise his friends.
Lou just sat back and laughed. She soaked it in.
It made her day, and it made ours.
We left the nursing home full. Full of joy, laughter and the moments we were blessed with sharing alongside of Lou. We never would have been able to experience those moments with Lou if we never went.
Visit a nursing home in your community
Take some younger people with you and help them realize the importance of hanging out with elderly peeps. Once a month, or week.
Lou is gone and will be missed greatly
One day when I'm older, I hope younger people come and visit me, and not forget about me because I'm no longer young.
Listen, laugh often and tell corny jokes
If you can make someone feel loved & cared about, or make them smile, it will have a huge impact on who you are.
Hey, Jim. I remember you coming to the Kingsley Nursing and Rehab and playing Uno. I saw that you were talking about how awesome of a lady Lou is and I wanted to inform you that she had passed away last night. Although she was one of the best residents I have worked with, I know she is in a better place. She always used to call me "Sunshine", and I don't think it's just a coincidence how much brighter and warmer it is today. Good luck on the rest of your journey!
A couple months earlier, on Saturday January 21st:
Two middle school students and I visited the Kingsley nursing home. We wanted to visit and chill with the residents.
We sat down with Lou, and at first she was a bit leery about two middle school students and a shaggy-haired-dude chatting with her, but within in 5 minutes she opened up and was sharing about her life.
One thing I distinctly remember is her plush-stuffed-animal cat.
With a smirk she said "Push it's paw."
We pushed the paw, it started purring and in unison we said, "Awww... that is so cute."
It purred three times.
On it's 4th purr it started shaking violently and produced a high pitch "MEOW!!!"
It startled us, like a person who jumps out behind a corner to surprise his friends.
Lou just sat back and laughed. She soaked it in.
It made her day, and it made ours.
We left the nursing home full. Full of joy, laughter and the moments we were blessed with sharing alongside of Lou. We never would have been able to experience those moments with Lou if we never went.
Visit a nursing home in your community
Take some younger people with you and help them realize the importance of hanging out with elderly peeps. Once a month, or week.
Lou is gone and will be missed greatly
One day when I'm older, I hope younger people come and visit me, and not forget about me because I'm no longer young.
Listen, laugh often and tell corny jokes
If you can make someone feel loved & cared about, or make them smile, it will have a huge impact on who you are.
Here are a couple pics of people I've been blessed with meeting on the Awake My Sole journey
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| In Storm Lake chilled with Millie and her sock monkey. We nicknamed him Greg. Sam and Lilly joined me. |
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| Harold and I in Fort Dodge Iowa. Harold loves jokes, and he shared this joke with me "What did the big chimney say to the little chimney? You are too young to smoke." |
Monday, March 12, 2012
Running Recap - Webster City
Start Time: 200p End Time: 715p
Ran on Sunday afternoon, rather than on Monday.
Weather: 45-55 degrees. Lots of wind coming from South. Was expecting showers all day, but it only slightly rained for about 5 minutes.
Number of dogs who barked and chased after me: 6 (one was a wiener dog & 2 pugs)
Total Mileage: 24 miles (had to back track 2 miles, cause I dropped a pair of gloves)
Cops who stopped me: 0
NEXT RUN: In two Mondays from today, will be running to AMES.
COOL STORY FROM THE RUN: With about 8 miles to go, lost my gloves that my Dad and Sister gave me. Was super bummed. Even back tracked 2 miles to look for them. Couldn't find them. Today, in a vehicle, drove back the route, and found them. Very happy day.
Friday, March 9, 2012
AMS end of week wrap up - Fort Dodge Iowa
Random pics from the week
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| En route to Fort Dodge Iowa. Stop, eat some food, keep moving... |
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| Mile 40 of 51 |
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| This teacher has the Greatest last name |
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| Colorado peeps in Fort Dodge Iowa. Represent. |
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| Baptist Church building, downtown Fort Dodge area |
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| On my way back to my home after speaking |
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| Full moon on Wednesday night |
Thursday, March 8, 2012
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Create
Running long distance is my art.
Just as an artist paints a picture, my art is running.
Everyone can create.
We are created to create.
Each person is unique.
Let's not stifle the uniqueness, but allow it to flourish in healthy ways.
What are our creations worth?
It's all perception.
Just because you aren't a professional basketball player, doesn't mean you can't play basketball well.
What are you creating?
Are you putting forth your best effort?
Is it making the world a better place?
Is it providing meaning and purpose for your life?
Are you using the abilities God's given you?
May you understand that you are created to create.
May you be challenged to create things that intertwine your abilities.
May you put forth your best in all you do.
Monday, March 5, 2012
Running Recap #8 - Fort Dodge Iowa
Start Time: 715a End Time: 730p
Weather: 30-40 degrees. Lots of wind coming from South.
Number of dogs who barked and chased after me: 4
Total Mileage: 51 miles
Cops who stopped me: 1
NEXT RUN will be next Monday to Webster City. A much shorter run, only 20 miles.
COOL STORY FROM THE RUN: Discovered that my body really does well when consuming Gel Packs. I was dragging a lot, but realized I had some Cliff Gel Packs in my gear. Used them, and they gave me a ton of energy. For long runs, will definitely use those again. Consumed 4 of them today.
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