Friday, August 31, 2012
Thursday, August 30, 2012
Support Me and the AFSP
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Turbulence? No. Just Wolverines.
Alumni headed to Dallas on the Cowboys Classic tour cheer GO BLUE so loud pilot mistakes reverberations for turbulence.
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
Lions Anthem
Lions get anthem by Kid Rock
With the 2012 season nearly here, Detroit's own Kid Rock is singing the praises of the Lions.
The lyrics for Rock's Lions anthem, "In Detroit," includes the line, "We rock blue jeans, tees, and old English Ds ... so, baby, you best believe this is how we do it in Detroit."
The song is part of Pepsi NFL Anthems, a program launched earlier this month to pump fans up for the NFL season.
In addition to Rock, three other artists -- Kelly Clarkson, Ice Cube and Travie McCoy -- created original team anthems, each inspired by the artists' passion for their hometowns and NFL teams.
With the 2012 season nearly here, Detroit's own Kid Rock is singing the praises of the Lions.
The lyrics for Rock's Lions anthem, "In Detroit," includes the line, "We rock blue jeans, tees, and old English Ds ... so, baby, you best believe this is how we do it in Detroit."
The song is part of Pepsi NFL Anthems, a program launched earlier this month to pump fans up for the NFL season.
In addition to Rock, three other artists -- Kelly Clarkson, Ice Cube and Travie McCoy -- created original team anthems, each inspired by the artists' passion for their hometowns and NFL teams.
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Packing List
I saw this today.... About 5 hours after I posted on my Facebook asking for suggestions of things I need to remember :)
Top College Town, Again
Ann Arbor ranked as a top college town, again
Ann Arbor has once again been ranked as one of the nation's top college towns.
Livability.com ranked Ann Arbor, home of the University of Michigan, No. 9 in its third-annual list of top college towns.
Last week the Princeton Review ranked Ann Arbor as the tenth-best college town in its annual rankings list.
"Nearly one out of every two residents here is a student, making it a true college town," theLivability ranking states. "But you don't have to be a student to enjoy what the university has to offer. There is a range of musical, theater and dance productions that anyone can attend."
Bloomington, Ind., is ranked No. 7 on the Livability list, Champaign, Ill., is ranked No. 4 and College Station, Texas, home of Texas A&M University, is ranked 1st.
Read about Livability's methodology here.
Inside and Out
I posted about a story from Oklahoma where a school made a 5 year old turn his shirt inside out because it was U of M (they said that they are trying to cut down on gangs and sometimes sports teams can be gang related... who knew gangs started in kindergarden). If you missed the press about it, check out my post here.
Anyway, in response to this, the MDen came out with a shirt that is reversible, that way if you have to turn it inside out, you can still see the Michigan love :)
New Agenda Men's or Unisex Navy Short Sleeve Tee
100% Cotton
Screen Printed (Inside & Out)
Officially Licensed Collegiate Product
Anyway, in response to this, the MDen came out with a shirt that is reversible, that way if you have to turn it inside out, you can still see the Michigan love :)
New Agenda University of Michigan True Blue Inside and Out Reversible Tee
It has arrived, the ''Inside Out'' tee made famous by the story from Oklahoma. Now you can continue to show you're true blue even if you're told to turn you tee inside out.
Monday, August 27, 2012
You're Hungry.
How often do you hear or say
"I'm starving!"?
Thankfully, none of us know what it's like to truly be starving.
This shirt is a nice reminder that while we may occasionally go a few too many hours without eating, we are far from starving.
Every shirt we sell provides one of 30 girls at the Think Humanity hostel in Uganda with 30 meals.
Visit FeedJustOne.com to meet them and read their stories.
From now until the end of the year we are putting out VERY limited shirts each Monday with only 10 shirts per color available. Be sure to order fast to make sure that your color and size preference is available.
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Sunday, August 26, 2012
Only A Week Away
A week from today I will have this hanging from around my neck.
I can't believe my first half marathon is only a week away! My mom asked me yesterday if I was nervous and I said 'Of Course'. But not because of the potential pain, not because I am worried I won't be able to finish (I hopefully could walk it and still cross the finish line), but more because I don't want to be disappointed in my time. I have a goal in mind and I really hope that I can accomplish it. I have been training for essentially 9 months (started in January and the race will be September 2nd). I know there have been hiccups (aka my IT Band) along the way, but I feel like I have put in a lot of work and would be slightly disappointed if I didn't see it pay off.
About a week or two ago I found out that one of my friends will be running this race with me. She had a bunch of crazy (amazing) things happen and everything just fell into place for it to work out. She has run a few half marathons before (I feel like I am always asking her training questions), so I am slightly more confident because I know I will have an experienced veteran along side of me (if I can keep up, that is :) ).
Wish me luck :)
I can't believe my first half marathon is only a week away! My mom asked me yesterday if I was nervous and I said 'Of Course'. But not because of the potential pain, not because I am worried I won't be able to finish (I hopefully could walk it and still cross the finish line), but more because I don't want to be disappointed in my time. I have a goal in mind and I really hope that I can accomplish it. I have been training for essentially 9 months (started in January and the race will be September 2nd). I know there have been hiccups (aka my IT Band) along the way, but I feel like I have put in a lot of work and would be slightly disappointed if I didn't see it pay off.
About a week or two ago I found out that one of my friends will be running this race with me. She had a bunch of crazy (amazing) things happen and everything just fell into place for it to work out. She has run a few half marathons before (I feel like I am always asking her training questions), so I am slightly more confident because I know I will have an experienced veteran along side of me (if I can keep up, that is :) ).
Wish me luck :)
Friday, August 24, 2012
Free Card
Free Greeting Card from Cardstore.com
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Thursday, August 23, 2012
U of M Gear - Against Dress Code
Dress code bars Oklahoma City kindergartner from wearing University of Michigan T-shirt
An Oklahoma City student was forced to turn his shirt inside-out because he was wearing a University of Michigan T-shirt, violating the district’s dress code.
Fox 25 reports that the 5-year-old kindergartner violated a 2005 rule created by the Oklahoma City Public Schools banning clothing with sports team logos unless they are from Oklahoma colleges or universities. The rule, which was established due to gang affiliations some teams carry, excludes all professional teams, including the Oklahoma City Thunder.
"If it's not offensive, I think they should wear what they want to wear," said Shannon Barton, the student’s mother.
Several parents told Fox 25 they think the rule is ridiculous, saying it’s especially harsh at the kindergarten level due to the likelihood of gang activity at that age.
"I don't think wearing different team shirt is going to disrupt class or something any more than an OU or OSU shirt would," one mother told the station.
OKCPS Superintendent Karl Springer said the district will determine if the rule is outdated.
“In cooperation with the Oklahoma City Police Department Gang Task Force, the policy was approved in 2005 after concerns that nationwide gangs used popular sports clothing to represent individual gangs,” the statement reads. “As when any policy is questioned, OKCPS administration will review the policy to determine if changes need to be made.”
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
ROC Race 2013
Check out this fun race!! I think Ry and I are going to sign up. Think mud-runs without the mud and mixed with TV shows like Wipeout!!
Monday, August 20, 2012
Save The Humans
There's nothing wrong with saving animals or the environment, but at Feed Just One we are all about saving our fellow humans one meal at a time.
Every shirt we sell provides one of 30 girls at the Think Humanity hostel in Uganda with 30 meals.
Visit FeedJustOne.com to meet them and read their stories.
From now until the end of the year we are putting out VERY limited shirts each Monday with only 10 shirts per color available. Be sure to order fast to make sure that your color and size preference is available.
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Running Form
A BODY CHECK THAT WON'T HURT: TIPS FOR PROPER RUNNING FORM
Running is all about stepping one foot in front of the other. Sounds easy enough, right? But if your running form is incorrect, you'll end up with aches, strains, and injuries that could prevent you from lacing up your sneaks at all. Make sure to avoid these running-form mistakes the next time you hit the treadmill, trail, or pavement.
- Head: It sometimes feels good to close your eyes and relax your chin toward your chest, but don't keep your head down (or tilt your head up) for long periods of time. Prevent neck strain and encourage an open throat for easy breathing by keeping your head stacked over your spine. Correct head position also encourages a straight, upright stance, which makes you a more efficient runner.
- Shoulders: Without even realizing it, you may be running with your upper back and shoulders tensed up toward your ears. (And you wonder why you have a pounding headache or aching neck.) Every so often, take a nice deep breath in and as you exhale, relax your upper torso and actively roll your shoulders back and down toward your pelvis. Do a self-check to make sure your shoulders are stacked over the hips. Hunching the upper body forward not only makes it difficult to breathe, it also puts pressure on your lower back.
I'm just getting started so keep reading to find out what the rest of your body shouldn't be doing while running.
- Arms: Leave the side-to-side swaying arms for the dance floor. Your arms shouldn't move across your body when you run: it uses up energy, tires your muscles, and actually prevents your body from propelling forward. To increase your speed and endurance, focus on swaying your arms forward and back, keeping your elbows at 90-degree angles.
- Hands: Clenched fists translate to tense arms and shoulders, which tires your muscles and can cause a dull, achy sensation. Not to mention, it also makes you look like an angry runner! Maintain a sense of relaxation in your torso by running with a slightly open fist, pretending you're holding an egg in each palm.
- Belly: Many runners complain of lower back pain, and one reason is because they don't engage their abs. While running, concentrate on drawing your navel in toward your spine to keep your pelvis and lower spine stable.
- Feet: Where your feet strike is a big debate among runners. In order to land with the least amount of jarring pressure on your ankles and knees and have the ability to push off the ground with great force, it's best to land on the midfoot — not on the heel. Then roll forward quickly onto the toes, popping off the ground with each step. Landing softly is key — no one should hear you pounding your feet as you run. Think of yourself as a deer, quietly and effortlessly bounding as you move.
Sunday, August 19, 2012
Yuma Like A Puma
Two weekends ago Ryan and I went to Yuma, AZ with some friends. We went to 'the river' - which for people in Southern California, apparently that means to the Colorado River. The temps were up in the triple digits (I don't think I saw it below 105* on the car thermometer, even at night after dinner). We drove out Friday morning, spent that afternoon, all day Saturday, and part of Sunday morning in the river. There was some wake boarding, wake surfing, boogie boarding, sand bar hanging, and a lot of floating. We all had a great time. There were 14 of us all together (5 couples from our small group, plus one set of kids and an aunt and uncle). We have chatted about making it an annual trip - but maybe earlier in the year, since the water was probably 95* in August - not as refreshing as you would like. I grabbed a couple of the pictures from folks Instagrams, but maybe when more start appearing online I will put them on here.
And a little video of Ryan doing some wake surfing (he hadn't done it before, and LOVES it).
And a little video of Ryan doing some wake surfing (he hadn't done it before, and LOVES it).
Michigan Picnic
My dad is the Business Agent of Local 671 Plumbers and Pipefitters in Monroe. One of his duties is to put on the Summer Picnic. I grew up going to these things - eating the single serving sizes of ice cream, jumping in the bounce houses, trying to win coverall in bingo (because you won $50 - and that is BIG money), crossing my fingers that I would win a bike (which I never did), rolling down hills, playing balloon toss for prizes, eating too much, etc. The annual picnic was yesterday. This year, instead of the standard prizes of things like box fans and ice tea makers, my mom suggested that they get all MADE IN MICHIGAN prizes. They have been going to street fairs, markets, etc most of the summer stocking up on prizes. Apparently it was a HUGE success. No one knew that the prizes were all going to be coming from in-state, so when they found out everyone loved it. I made sure that my dad took pictures of all the fun gifts.
CONGRATS on another successful picnic, daddy-o! And WAY TO GO with your idea, madre! You two ROCK!!
CONGRATS on another successful picnic, daddy-o! And WAY TO GO with your idea, madre! You two ROCK!!
Crazy Chubs
Chubs is back at his crazy tricks. Instead of perching himself in the nearby palm tree to see if any other hummers come to the feeder, he has apparently been training with the circus to be a trapeze artist. Now he is hanging on to the string ABOVE the feeder and watching for 'intruders'. I guess he must think he cuts out some of the attack time if he is already ON the feeder. Oh crazy Chubs!
Oh, yes, and by the way, the feeder is EMPTY, but he still feels the need to protect with everything his got!
Oh, yes, and by the way, the feeder is EMPTY, but he still feels the need to protect with everything his got!
When I Grow Up...
I figured out something else that I would LOVE to have in a backyard of a house someday... A projector for outdoor movies!! After church last night we went over and hung out with some friends. We did s'mores, a fire (even though it was a little too warm :) ), and watched The Hunger Games on a projector in the backyard. The weather is almost always perfect here, so why not make your yard more of a LIVING space!!
Doesn't this just look lovely (thanks Pinterest)?! Of course we have to wait till we get a yard, huh?
Doesn't this just look lovely (thanks Pinterest)?! Of course we have to wait till we get a yard, huh?
Friday, August 17, 2012
One Community - Jedidiah
” A few weeks back I got an email from someone I had never met before. She shared with me a story about how her family had come to know our brand and how Jedidiah was special to her. The story came out of a family tragedy, you see her brother and his wife lost their yet to be born baby son last year. The baby passed just one week before the scheduled due date, the babies name was Jedidiah. Since then, the family has spent time on our site, bought some clothes and has followed the things we do as a company to help those less fortunate. They have become fans and through their connection to our company they somehow find some level of comfort with their loss. The email asked if I would consider doing a shirt that somehow could be special to their family.
Even though the request was unusual, I could not help but be touched by their email. Our focus as a company is to help others through our apparel. We do this by partnering with nonprofits who do amazing work in the world. But I had to ask myself, why can’t we try and help Sarah and her family. Her brother and his wife have had some very difficult months following the death of Jedidiah. So we created this design and are offering it on the Jedidiah ecommerce store in support of their family.
The guys tee and the girls tank will be sold for 20.00………with each sale 10.00 will be donated to Sarah and her family. We hope you like the design, we hope you can feel compelled to purchase something and together we can make a difference in their lives. I am grateful Sarah had the courage to share her story and I am humbled that we can be part of their healing in this way” – Kevin Murray // Jedidiah Clothing
Click HERE to visit the Jedidiah store at Made For Good.
Thursday, August 16, 2012
Thankful Thursday
Today I thought I would do a Thankful Thursday Entry all about my HUBBY!!! Why – you may ask?! Because it is our 4 year wedding anniversary, duh! Normally I try to write my TT posts about things that tend to fly under the radar, because OBVIOUSLY I am thankful for friends, family, and my husband. But since it just happens to be our anniversary, I thought I would write a TT post for different things I am thankful for ABOUT my husband!
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Ry made us a fun JibJab (but had to pay for it and didn't want to do it, so just showed me the preview this morning when I woke up) and we took a screenshot. |
His sense of humor [I don’t need to toot my husband’s horn, but he is pretty AWESOME! If you are around him for more than 5 or 10 minutes, you have probably at least chuckled. He is… um…. unique. And his brain doesn’t work the same as most other folks. Sometimes it may be hard to follow his train of thought, but man, he can get you laughing because he is just silly. The things that come out of his mouth sometimes just cause people to look around and wonder where he came up with that. He is quite funny (… funny looking J - JK RY!)]
His desire to give me the best [He always wants to make sure that I am happy. He will do his darnedest to make sure that I am satisfied, even if that means he goes with a little less, or does something that he isn’t 100% stoked about but knows it makes me happy (like taking pictures with the characters at Disneyland). Of course we have our fights, but he is always sure to make sure I know he loves me, even if we don't like each other at that moment.]
His creativity [Similar to his sense of humor, his brain just works differently than mine. He always has such great a creative ideas, whether it is ideas for art or a pair of board shorts to ideas for dates or things to do on the weekends. His brain is always going and compliments mine since mine is very list and task driven and his is very colorful and flowy :).]
Candlelight Ceremony
An Early Holiday Gift for Disneyland Guests: Twenty Nights of Disneyland Candlelight Ceremony Performances Scheduled for 2012
The Candlelight Ceremony and Processional has been a Disneyland Resort tradition since 1958, bringing holiday magic to Main Street, U.S.A., with the help of celebrities like Cary Grant, John Wayne, Dick Van Dyke and, in 2011, Gary Sinise.
This holiday season – for the first time in its history – the Candlelight Ceremony and Processional is being extended to a total of 20 nights at Disneyland park, with two performances each night. The first two nights, December 1-2, will be invitation-only events; however, performances from December 3-20 will be open toDisneyland Resort Annual Passholders and guests booking special, to-be-announced dining packages for the 2012 holiday season.
The Candlelight Ceremony and Processional is a beautiful evening performance of beloved holiday music and the telling of the first Christmas Story in Town Square on Main Street, U.S.A. The first performance was in 1958 and has continued every year since. These classic performances touched off another tradition at the Walt Disney World Resort – the popular Candlelight Processional at Epcot.
These are all the details we have at this time, but stay tuned to the Disney Parks Blog for more information on registration for Annual Passholders and booking for the new dining packages. We’ll share more details on the 2012 Candlelight Ceremony and Processional at Disneyland park as they become available.
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