Wednesday, January 19, 2011

Things I love...

There are a lot of things I love in life, but there are always a few things that take a little extra effort... and patience... and prayer... and maybe a glass of wine. Today, I am committing to two things that take A LOT of extra effort (for me): running and blogging.

I'll start with running. I'm sure most of you will think this isn't a big deal. Practically everybody, everywhere runs, especially in Southern California where I happen to live. Well, not me. Unless my dog is getting in the trash, or a bear is chasing me, or I'm about to miss my train, I typically loathe running. It just feels like blatant and obvious exercise, which I am completely against. And you don't beat anyone. You don't win anything (when you run like me you don't!), so what's the point?

And blogging. Don't get me wrong, I have a lot of great friends that blog and I totally don't judge them for it. It's just not really for me. I think there are a few of reasons for this:
  1. I love to write, but I am way to critical of myself. I'll spend hours re-wording, and stewing over my horrible grammar/punctuation.
  2. I am NOT a great typer... typist...whatever. I never really learned to type correctly, so I kind of just do what feels right. Confession: I once had a friend take a typing test for me to get a job. The really sad part is that the requirement was only 40 wpm!!
  3. Blogging could be seen as personal reflection which kind of clashes with my "live in the now" nature.
So why subject myself to all this running and blogging? Trust me, there is a good reason. After careful consideration, I have decided to run the San Diego Rock 'n' Roll Half Marathon in June to support Compassion International and I am asking you to support me. I am asking friends to join me on this journey to learn, grow and give:
  • Learn more about Compassion International and the great work they do for children living in poverty.
  • Grow by flexing some new muscles (physically and mentally).
  • Give to support a wonderful organization. I am asking all my supporters for give $20 and tell at least one person why they did it. Click Here to give or go to team.compassion.com/goto/cassidyroach
Okay, I'm off on my first run. Thank you for taking some time to invest in me and Compassion. Please check back in as often as you can and share this story with a friend.