End of the World

Since you're reading this, obviously the world didn't end but we are closer to the end of the year.  For many, it's a time of reflection and a time to think about the coming year.  Besides being an annual holiday and a time for family, gifts, worship, and rest, it's also a great time to look back on where you've been and where you want to go.  A new year always holds the promise of new things and a time to reinvent.

Kudos to Volunteers

When thinking about what I wanted to write this week, I thought about several topics that would be relevant but none hit me as much as thinking about the volunteers that I have seen throughout this year and past.  Until I got into this business and started working behind the scenes, I had really never given it much thought as to the time and effort that goes into a race production. 

Keeping Your Race On Course

This fall has been one of the busiest race seasons that we've ever seen and many of you should be congratulated for participating.  Whether it was a local 5K, 10K, a marathon, or even a triathlon, you should be proud of your accomplishments.  For all of these events, your participation has helped support one of the many causes by providing them with much needed funds for their operations.  While the races themselves are important, they pale in comparison to the needs of the host charities.  It takes a lot of planning and work to put these events together and your par