January 31, 2012

Shared from Another Mother Runner
http://anothermotherrunner.com/2012/01/29/7474/

Three Ways to Honor Sherry Arnold

January 29, 2012

by dimity

A bib, created by Races 2 Remember, for Sherry's virtual run.

In the weeks since Sherry Arnold, the mother runner and teacher from Sidney, Montana, has gone missing, her disappearance made national news. Even People magazine covered it. (I wish they would’ve factchecked the word “jogger” in the headline; she was—as we all are—a runner.) Sadly, her body has not yet been found–the FBI are still on the case–but her family, including Beth Risdon of Shut Up and Run, is eager to honor her memory. In a beautiful post, Beth writes, “I won’t focus on the evil parts of this story. I will say there are two malicious, heinous men who did this and thousands upon thousands of loving and good people who have reached out in support. It’s not even a close contest. The good continues to outweigh the evil by a long shot. That’s where I will put my attention.”
That’s where we’re putting our attention too. I was very teary the day that Sherry was proclaimed dead, and I know plenty of you were too. Another Mother Runner Phoebe wrote on FB, “The Montana Mom, Teacher, Runner won’t be coming home. I’m a wreck over a person I never knew….” Exactly.
I didn’t know Sherry, but I knew her: I knew she loved on her kids; I knew she thrived on a good run; I knew she wanted to make a difference in the world through teaching and adoring her students; I knew her priorities must have included health and personal goals and the regular endorphin rush; I knew I would’ve instantly liked her and wanted to be her friend.
Beth is spearheading a two-pronged effort to honor her cousin, and we want to support her and spread the word.
First up: a virtual run. On Saturday, February 11th, we encourage you to grab your BRF’s, your family, your running club, your neighbors, anybody and everybody who wants to run with Sherry in their hearts.
Some details:
:: The run starts at 9 MST; if you can make that time, great. (I hope you can; I want the earth to shake in Sherry’s honor.) If you can’t, just run when you can.
:: The distance is up to you. Go fast, go slow, go fartlek, go short, go long. Just go with the knowledge that Sherry will be watching from above–and with you every step of the way.
:: You can print out a pdf of the bib here. If it’s raining, Beth wisely suggests laminating it with packing tape.
:: Beth (and we) would love to see pics or blog posts of your runs; you can e-mail her at beth@shutupandrun and she’ll get them to Sherry’s family.

January 25, 2012

Check out the 2.84 mi run I did with RunKeeper

Duration 0:41:01 | Calories Burned 432

Average Pace 14:26 / mi | Average Speed 4.16 mph | Elevation Climb 87 ft

Mama Loves Medals: First Ever Mama Loves Medals GIVEAWAY!!!

Another give away..........

Kendra at Momma Loves Medals is giving away a handmade, knit headband made out of 100% wool!!!

January 8, 2012

Training.....

So, I start training tomorrow for my half marathon races this year. I'm hoping to be able to do a full marathon this year. I'm signed up for 2 halfs and will sign up for another.

June 28, 2011

Wow,

It's been so long since I've posted. Don't really know what to say.

I finished my first 1/2 marathon on Mother's Day this year!!! Whoot Whoot!

October 13, 2010

How to Make Fried Rice Weight Watchers Style | eHow.com

Things You'll Need:

brown rice
diced carrots and peas
bean sprout
mushroom
egg beaters
fried rice seasoning
low sodium soy sauce
garlic powder
ground ginger

First in a small dish, combine seasoning mix from either Kikkoman or Sun -Bird, I prefer Kikkoman. 1/8 tsp garlic powder, and 1/8 tsp ground ginger with 1 tsp soy sauce again I use Kikkoman and 3 tbsp. warm water. Using a fork or whisk, stir until seasoning mix has dissolved. Then I Set aside.
Next, Spray a large pan with non stick spray or a wok, but I don't have a wok, and bring it to medium heat on the stove. Add 3/4 cup egg substitute and scramble until cooked, using a spatula to break it up into little pieces. Remove scrambled bits from the pan and set aside.
Next, Add 1 cup mushrooms and 2 cups frozen vegetables to the pan, and cook and stir until mushrooms have softened and all veggies are hot. Remove veggies and set aside with the egg bits.
Last, Remove your pan from heat, re-spray with non stick spray, and bring to high heat on the stove. Add 2 cups brown rice and 1 package seasoning mixture, and stir to combine. Add 1 cup bean sprouts, 1/4 cup scallions and the previously cooked veggies and scrambled eggs, and mix thoroughly. Cook and stir until entire mixture is hot, there is no liquid left in the pan, and rice is just beginning to crisp. Season to taste with salt and pepper. This recipe is only 3 points for 1 cup and it is only 167 calories per cup. The total made should be about 5 cups.

October 3, 2010

Lately.........

Well, there's not been much going on lately. The girls are back in school. I quit my job at the Children's Farm Home. I am now waiting for my background check to come back so I can start working as a classified substitute at the Albany school district.

September 13, 2010

Finished the Pints to Pasta 10k today in Portland.

July 19, 2010

New Job

Started a job on June 23rd! I am a Child & Adolescent Treatment Specialist at the Children's Farm Home in Corvallis. Has been interesting so far.

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