Well, our 25 mile Mamma Jamma ride is 7 weekends away! For the first time all summer, we went to our neighborhood pool Saturday. We swam 7 laps and then were evicted from the pool because of lightening in the area. We heard thunder, saw lightening & dark clouds, but only got about 4 drops of rain (if you can call it that) at our house. But, someone in the area got rain and we figure it is because we finally decided to go swimming. So, we tried again on Sunday afternoon--figured we'd either get in a good swim or we'd get rain and that we'd be happy with either outcome! This time we completed the full 15 laps as planned & did a little stretching in the pool. The skies looked dark, but it didn't look like anyone around us got rain.
What does this have to do with the Mamma Jamma ride? Well, ukulele playing & crocheting will not help to get me in shape for the ride and it is way too hot for me to handcycle (we have had 60 days of 100plus temperatures here), so swimming is the most relevant exercise Mark and I can do. We really enjoyed it and are planning to go again next weekend.
As for the ukulele--I can't say how much fun I'm having with this little instrument. I always thought of the uke as a novelty type instrument, but it actually can be quite pretty. I've mostly been playing whatever music I have available, so that's included lots of hymns. Many hymns are really old folk tunes and some of them sound quite nice on the uke (even the way I play!)
Monday, August 24, 2009
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Q&A About Mamma Jamma Ride
1. Why did we decide to fundraise through this ride instead of the Komen Race for the Cure? The main reason for the change is that Mark & I can do the ride together (at Komen, he gets me set up and then waits for me to finish). Since we certainly went through breast cancer together--every step of the way--we're happy to get to do this fundraising event together.
2. How far is the ride? Well, there are several distances--the shortest is 10 & the longest is 100! We'll be doing the 25 mile route--and believe me that is long enough on a handcycle!
3. When is the ride? October 10, 2009
4. Are you in shape for this? Not unless ukulele playing is somehow going to benefit my handcycling ability or endurance! But, we'll make it!
5. Who Does Mamma Jamma Ride benefit? All of the beneficiaries directly relate to breast cancer, but many serve individuals with other types of cancer as well. The charities offer direct services, screening, education, support, and at least one (Komen) supports research as well. For a complete list, click here: Beneficiaries
6. Are donations tax deductible? YES & donations of any size are greatly appreciated. $5 or $10 WILL help make a difference, so please give if you can.
7. How do I donate? Click here: MAMMA JAMMA RIDE or send a check to me made out to "Mamma Jamma Ride". If you need my address, you can email me at handcycleforcause@gmail.com
8. I heard you were writing names on your bike flag--what is that about? Just as I have done with the Komen race each year, I am writing names on my bike flag again this year to honor women (like my Mom) who have had breast cancer and died, and to celebrate those (like my friend Marty) who are surviving this disease. If you have a woman you'd like to honor or celebrate, send me her first name only and I'll add it to the flag. You can send it to: handcycleforcause@gmail.com
2. How far is the ride? Well, there are several distances--the shortest is 10 & the longest is 100! We'll be doing the 25 mile route--and believe me that is long enough on a handcycle!
3. When is the ride? October 10, 2009
4. Are you in shape for this? Not unless ukulele playing is somehow going to benefit my handcycling ability or endurance! But, we'll make it!
5. Who Does Mamma Jamma Ride benefit? All of the beneficiaries directly relate to breast cancer, but many serve individuals with other types of cancer as well. The charities offer direct services, screening, education, support, and at least one (Komen) supports research as well. For a complete list, click here: Beneficiaries
6. Are donations tax deductible? YES & donations of any size are greatly appreciated. $5 or $10 WILL help make a difference, so please give if you can.
7. How do I donate? Click here: MAMMA JAMMA RIDE or send a check to me made out to "Mamma Jamma Ride". If you need my address, you can email me at handcycleforcause@gmail.com
8. I heard you were writing names on your bike flag--what is that about? Just as I have done with the Komen race each year, I am writing names on my bike flag again this year to honor women (like my Mom) who have had breast cancer and died, and to celebrate those (like my friend Marty) who are surviving this disease. If you have a woman you'd like to honor or celebrate, send me her first name only and I'll add it to the flag. You can send it to: handcycleforcause@gmail.com
Saturday, August 8, 2009
Handcycling for a Good Cause
Mark & I are participating in a new event this fall and we're asking for donations. The event is the Texas Mamma Jamma Ride; we'll be cycling 25 miles in support of 10 non profits that serve women with breast cancer and their families. (Please know that this is the only event for which we are fundraising this year, so please give if you can.)
The ride will raise funds for 10 non profit charitites that all directly serve individuals with breast cancer and their families. Some, like the Komen Foundation fund education, screening and research; others provide screening & treatment for women who are un-insured or under-insured; others provide emotional support for the individual, their children and spouses; and still others assist with every day needs such as light housekeeping, grocery shopping, etc. All of the charities provide support for individuals with breast cancer; many provide services to individuals with other cancers as well.
We are asking you to consider making a donation--even if you already give to a lot of good causes. Because the funds will be shared among the charities, we'd like to do our part to be sure there will be enough to benefit each charity. Donations of ALL sizes really are appreciated; so even if you can only send $10, please consider doing so--because every amount really does help! Donations are tax deductible.
You can make donations online by clicking here:
MAMMA JAMMA RIDE
or you can send a check made out to the 'Texas Mamma Jamma Ride' to me at home and I'll get it turned in for you. If you need my mailing address, let me know. Thank you for your support!
If you want to learn more about the charities benefitting from the ride, click here: Beneficiaries
By the way, watch for updates on this. The ride is October 10th and it has been way too hot to ride here--so 25 miles may be a big challenge!!!
The ride will raise funds for 10 non profit charitites that all directly serve individuals with breast cancer and their families. Some, like the Komen Foundation fund education, screening and research; others provide screening & treatment for women who are un-insured or under-insured; others provide emotional support for the individual, their children and spouses; and still others assist with every day needs such as light housekeeping, grocery shopping, etc. All of the charities provide support for individuals with breast cancer; many provide services to individuals with other cancers as well.
We are asking you to consider making a donation--even if you already give to a lot of good causes. Because the funds will be shared among the charities, we'd like to do our part to be sure there will be enough to benefit each charity. Donations of ALL sizes really are appreciated; so even if you can only send $10, please consider doing so--because every amount really does help! Donations are tax deductible.
You can make donations online by clicking here:
MAMMA JAMMA RIDE
or you can send a check made out to the 'Texas Mamma Jamma Ride' to me at home and I'll get it turned in for you. If you need my mailing address, let me know. Thank you for your support!
If you want to learn more about the charities benefitting from the ride, click here: Beneficiaries
By the way, watch for updates on this. The ride is October 10th and it has been way too hot to ride here--so 25 miles may be a big challenge!!!
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