Interview with Route 1520 Radio

Radio Interview with Route 1520

I wrecked my own world in the fall of 2009.  My choices hurt those around me, my local church, my family, and relationships.  I was interviewed last year by Tal Prince and Traylor Lovvorn of Route 1520 in April 2011.  We talk about my story:  grace, abuse of trust, theft, mask, insecurities, when life breaks, and how God restores us.  The interview last 30 minutes.  Would love to get your feedback.

Inspiration in running

Love Nike+ GPS

When I started running, I set several goals for myself.  I wanted to run 3 half marathons in a year, check.  I wanted to complete 1000 miles.  Lastly, I wanted to complete 300 runs.  As of today, I completed my 300th run with Nike+ GPS!!!  I am so excited.  Now I have several new goals: that 1000th mile, reach 200 hours, and run a half marathon with my sister in the fall.  When running, I think about four things:

1. My family and friends

2. Successes and goals

3.  Grace

4.  Who and what inspires me

Throughout all the runs, I have learned  valuable lessons and found tools that have helped me to stay committed.

Lesson 1:  Never chase a Kenyan.  I am not fast but I am a runner.  I can only run my race.

Lesson 2:  No one can run your miles for you. You have to put in the time, planning, and dedication to reach your goals.

Lesson 3:  Running is a mental discipline.  My mind wandering is often exposed with doubts or daydreams.  I have to train my mind to focus.

Lesson 4:  Learn from others.  There is great inspiration out there from tips, stories, and videos of how to improve.

Lesson 5:  Medals are given for finishing, not starting.  People may not remember how we start something but they remember how and if we finish.

Lesson 6:  Have an expert fit you for your shoes.  Nike LunarGlide+ 3 and Nike Structure Triax 15 fit me best.  Thanks Nike.

Now for the tools that have helped me reach my goals:

1. Nike+ GPS – tracks runs, pace, calories, goals, and more.  Love this for so many reasons.  Find it here for your iphone.

2. Runner’s World – the magazine and online both provide the tools to be stronger and faster.  Click here

3. KT Tape – Treats and prevents sports injuries.  Best out there! Click here

4. POTSC – honored to be part of this group, great motivation. Click here

Thank you to Nike, Runner’s World, KT Tape, to my family, and friends who inspire me and have helped me achieve this goal.  Now it’s time for a well deserved nap!

2012 Fiwagoh Mission Trip Fundraiser

 

 

Thanks to my wonderful sister in law, Amanda Graves.  As part of 31 gifts annual thermal tote sale, I am selling these to raise funds for my 2012 trip returning to Fiwagoh Mission Orphanage in Nakuru, Kenya.  The trip is tentatively scheduled for the end of April/May.  This trip will include more shoes for the children as well as clothes.  These totes make great gifts for birthdays, special occasions, teacher’s gifts, etc.  Please visit www.mythirtyone.com/amanda to place an order under David Graves.  If you want to see the tote in the 31 gifts video, click here.

Below is the pdf file for the flier.

Fiwagoh 2012 Mission Trip

The sale runs from December 13th through January 15.  Happy Shopping and thank you for making a difference in the lives of the orphans at Fiwagoh Mission Orphanage.

And below is the reason I go for the sake of the Gospel and the glory of God’s great name.