Wednesday, May 19, 2004
Well, I did it. Whoo Hoo. My first triathlon. I finished in 1 hour and 55 minutes. 13:39 on the swim, 56 minutes on the bike and 46 minutes on the run. Check out the results - and I wasn't last! Whoo Hoo! http://home.comcast.net/~mso3/YRunDuTri/OM_2004Results.htm#FemaleOverall
It was groovy and I raised more than $400 for the homless ministry. I would post photos but I'm not technically savvy enough to figure out how to do that.
I'm doing my next tri on July 18. And I'm hoping to raise another $500 for that one. So dig in your wallets.
The cause:
The cause: Lighthouse Mobile Ministiries is a Christ-centered, family-focused, people-loving nonprofit that helps the chronically homeless. The ministry, which was founded by Robert and Annette Mariani three years ago, assists homeless men and women by providing food, clothing, transportation, limited social services and a word from God for all who want it. In addition to feeding the homeless in Colorado Springs, LMM also provides clothes and food to children in Southern Colorado who are left homeless by meth lab busts and to an orphanage in Mexico.
This fall, LMM is planning a missions trip to the Mexican orphanage. I am raising money to attend this trip. If you would like to join me in this endeavor to help the homeless, please fill out the pledge form below and return it to me via e-mail at - ovetta@beginnertriathlete.com I am collecting money for each 100-meters that I swim and each mile I bike or run. My SECOND triathlon is July 18.
YES, I want to help Lighthouse Mobile Ministries Feed the Homeless:
Make check payable to Lighthouse Mobile Ministries
____ $1 (per 100-meter swim, one-mile bike and run) ____ $10 (per 100-meter swim, one mile bike and run
____ $5 (per 100-meter swim, one-mile bike and run) ____ $20(per 100-meter swim, one mile bike and run
________ Other All contributions are tax-deductible. I am doing three races this season for a total of 67 units. All race results and proof of finish will be posted on the Internet at www.whatsagirltodo.blogspot.com
It was groovy and I raised more than $400 for the homless ministry. I would post photos but I'm not technically savvy enough to figure out how to do that.
I'm doing my next tri on July 18. And I'm hoping to raise another $500 for that one. So dig in your wallets.
The cause:
The cause: Lighthouse Mobile Ministiries is a Christ-centered, family-focused, people-loving nonprofit that helps the chronically homeless. The ministry, which was founded by Robert and Annette Mariani three years ago, assists homeless men and women by providing food, clothing, transportation, limited social services and a word from God for all who want it. In addition to feeding the homeless in Colorado Springs, LMM also provides clothes and food to children in Southern Colorado who are left homeless by meth lab busts and to an orphanage in Mexico.
This fall, LMM is planning a missions trip to the Mexican orphanage. I am raising money to attend this trip. If you would like to join me in this endeavor to help the homeless, please fill out the pledge form below and return it to me via e-mail at - ovetta@beginnertriathlete.com I am collecting money for each 100-meters that I swim and each mile I bike or run. My SECOND triathlon is July 18.
YES, I want to help Lighthouse Mobile Ministries Feed the Homeless:
Make check payable to Lighthouse Mobile Ministries
____ $1 (per 100-meter swim, one-mile bike and run) ____ $10 (per 100-meter swim, one mile bike and run
____ $5 (per 100-meter swim, one-mile bike and run) ____ $20(per 100-meter swim, one mile bike and run
________ Other All contributions are tax-deductible. I am doing three races this season for a total of 67 units. All race results and proof of finish will be posted on the Internet at www.whatsagirltodo.blogspot.com
Monday, May 10, 2004
OK,
I'm not normally pushy. I don't like to sell things. I figure if anyone wanted something they'd already have it. But being single and without children I get a little peeved during girl/boy scout cookie/popcorn drives and other candy, etc., co-workers and my friends try to push off on me to get me to donate to this or that cause. So because of that just know that you don't have to give anything but it would be really cool if you did. The following is a appeal letter that only people who want to see can see because it's posted on my blog. I'm appealing to get sponsors for my participation in triathlons and donate the money to a homeless ministry I serve. So here it is enjoy! And remember I and people like me have spent thousands of dollars on your little kids cheerleading camp or baseball fund drive. Won't you return the favor?
TRI’ING FOR THE HOMELESS
May 10, 2004
Dear Friend:
As many of you may know, I have been training to complete a triathlon for four months now. When I started this journey it was deeply personal. In essence it was all about me. Training for a triathlon was about improving my physical, emotional and mental well being. But during the past few weeks I have discovered that though I’m solo on the racing course I’m not alone in that pursuit of self-improvement. That’s why I’ve decided to up the ante and to compete for something other than my own self-satisfaction.
I am dedicating the three triathlons I’m doing this season to Lighthouse Mobile Ministries. LMM is a Christ-centered, family-focused, people-loving nonprofit that helps the chronically homeless. The ministry, which was founded by Robert and Annette Mariani three years ago, assists homeless men and women by providing food, clothing, transportation, limited social services and a word for God for all who need it. I have been involved in this ministry for more than a year and it has changed my life. In addition to feeding the homeless in Colorado Springs, LMM also provides clothes and food to children in Southern Colorado who are left homeless by meth lab busts and to an orphanage in Mexico.
This fall, LMM is planning a missions trip to the Mexican orphanage. I am raising money to attend this trip. If you would like to join me in this endeavor to help the homeless, please fill out the pledge form below. I am collecting money for each 100-meters that I swim and each mile I bike or run. So, for example, if you pledge $1 for the swim, bike and run you will have pledged $20 for my first triathlon. All monies donated will be given to LMM and is tax deductible. Please make all check payments to Lighthouse Mobile Ministries.
I sincerely hope that you will join me in this quest to help myself and others evolve in Christ.
Sincerely,
Ovetta Sampson
Beginner Triathlete
125N.PARKSIDE SUITE 108 • COLORADO SPRINGS, CO., • 80909
PHONE: 719-633-6800 • FAX: [FAX NUMBER]
YES, I want to help Lighthouse Mobile Ministries Feed the Homeless:
____ $1 (per 100-meter swim, one-mile bike and run) ____ $10 (per 100-meter swim, one mile bike and run
____ $5 (per 100-meter swim, one-mile bike and run) ____ $20(per 100-meter swim, one mile bike and run
________ Other
Check (make payable to Lighthouse Mobile Ministries).
All contributions are tax-deductible. I am doing three races this season for a total of 67 units. All race results and proof of finish will be posted on the Inte
I'm not normally pushy. I don't like to sell things. I figure if anyone wanted something they'd already have it. But being single and without children I get a little peeved during girl/boy scout cookie/popcorn drives and other candy, etc., co-workers and my friends try to push off on me to get me to donate to this or that cause. So because of that just know that you don't have to give anything but it would be really cool if you did. The following is a appeal letter that only people who want to see can see because it's posted on my blog. I'm appealing to get sponsors for my participation in triathlons and donate the money to a homeless ministry I serve. So here it is enjoy! And remember I and people like me have spent thousands of dollars on your little kids cheerleading camp or baseball fund drive. Won't you return the favor?
TRI’ING FOR THE HOMELESS
May 10, 2004
Dear Friend:
As many of you may know, I have been training to complete a triathlon for four months now. When I started this journey it was deeply personal. In essence it was all about me. Training for a triathlon was about improving my physical, emotional and mental well being. But during the past few weeks I have discovered that though I’m solo on the racing course I’m not alone in that pursuit of self-improvement. That’s why I’ve decided to up the ante and to compete for something other than my own self-satisfaction.
I am dedicating the three triathlons I’m doing this season to Lighthouse Mobile Ministries. LMM is a Christ-centered, family-focused, people-loving nonprofit that helps the chronically homeless. The ministry, which was founded by Robert and Annette Mariani three years ago, assists homeless men and women by providing food, clothing, transportation, limited social services and a word for God for all who need it. I have been involved in this ministry for more than a year and it has changed my life. In addition to feeding the homeless in Colorado Springs, LMM also provides clothes and food to children in Southern Colorado who are left homeless by meth lab busts and to an orphanage in Mexico.
This fall, LMM is planning a missions trip to the Mexican orphanage. I am raising money to attend this trip. If you would like to join me in this endeavor to help the homeless, please fill out the pledge form below. I am collecting money for each 100-meters that I swim and each mile I bike or run. So, for example, if you pledge $1 for the swim, bike and run you will have pledged $20 for my first triathlon. All monies donated will be given to LMM and is tax deductible. Please make all check payments to Lighthouse Mobile Ministries.
I sincerely hope that you will join me in this quest to help myself and others evolve in Christ.
Sincerely,
Ovetta Sampson
Beginner Triathlete
125N.PARKSIDE SUITE 108 • COLORADO SPRINGS, CO., • 80909
PHONE: 719-633-6800 • FAX: [FAX NUMBER]
YES, I want to help Lighthouse Mobile Ministries Feed the Homeless:
____ $1 (per 100-meter swim, one-mile bike and run) ____ $10 (per 100-meter swim, one mile bike and run
____ $5 (per 100-meter swim, one-mile bike and run) ____ $20(per 100-meter swim, one mile bike and run
________ Other
Check (make payable to Lighthouse Mobile Ministries).
All contributions are tax-deductible. I am doing three races this season for a total of 67 units. All race results and proof of finish will be posted on the Inte
