INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('484','3','2009-10-12 18:30:56','2009-10-12 18:30:56','I woke up today at 3:00 AM along with my volunteers, also known as Mom, Dad and Mac, my older son who you might remember from a previous post about what happened at the Chicago Rock \'n\' Roll Half Marathon. We all awoke from a short nights rest, ready to go to Charity Village as soon as we could in hopes of getting our booth set up at the Team World Vision tent. As I took the onramp onto Lake Shore Drive I noticed a couple people sleeping in the park on the west side of Lake Shore Drive under a blanket.  A blanket which I\'m sure did nothing to keep them warm in the 32 degree weather.  Mac and I looked at each other and said to one another that they were the exact reason we were up before most of the population in the city on a Sunday morning.\r\n\r\nSidestepping all the mud in Charity Village from the previous days rainfall we made our way to the Team World Vision tent and began to set up. At about 6:30 AM the runners for Team World Vision gathered and began to overtake us with the 386 pairs of moderately worn shoes they had no more use for.  From there they proceeded to the start line for the 2009 Bank of America Chicago Marathon.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_452\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"The Reason \"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-452\" title=\"man with shoes\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3613-300x252.jpg\" alt=\"The Reason \" width=\"300\" height=\"252\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nLittle did one of them know that their pair of shoes were about to become the reason that Give Your Sole exists.  A gentleman came walking through Charity Village and we soon realized the significance of that name.  He was obviously a man without a home or a good pair of shoes and asked what we were doing.  We explained to him that we were collecting shoes for people in need and from that point on our mission statement became a moment of action.  My number one supporter all my life, Mom, and now volunteer, sat him down and dug through the trash bags of shoes until he set his eyes on a nice pair of red and white Nikes. Off came his black tennis shoes that weighed him down and on went the lighter pair, a pair of shoes that he was incredibly grateful to have.  The smile on his face expressed he was pleased with the exchange.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_453\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"208\" caption=\"A perfect fit\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-453\" title=\"dsc_3619\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3619-208x300.jpg\" alt=\"A perfect fit\" width=\"208\" height=\"300\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nIt was obvious to Mom, Dad, Mac and I that the Good Lord put us in the position to help this man who had to walk through thousands of people to reach Charity Village and find our booth.  Not only that, but think about how many miles this man has walked and how many miles this pair of shoes has seen only to come together at that moment.\r\n\r\nI\'m sure I\'ll never see him again but I know that every time I see a red and white pair of Nikes I will also see this man and realize that he is what made this pair special.','The Reason','0','','inherit','open','open','','451-revision-31','','','2009-10-12 18:30:56','2009-10-12 18:30:56','','451','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=484','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('485','3','2009-10-12 18:32:50','2009-10-12 18:32:50','I woke up today at 3:00 AM along with my volunteers, also known as Mom, Dad and Mac, my older son who you might remember from a previous post about what happened at the Chicago Rock \'n\' Roll Half Marathon. We all awoke from a short nights rest, ready to go to Charity Village as soon as we could in hopes of getting our booth set up at the Team World Vision tent. As I took the onramp onto Lake Shore Drive I noticed a couple people sleeping in the park on the west side of Lake Shore Drive under a blanket.  A blanket which I\'m sure did nothing to keep them warm in the 32 degree weather.  Mac and I looked at each other and said to one another that they were the exact reason we were up before most of the population in the city on a Sunday morning.\r\n\r\nSidestepping all the mud in Charity Village from the previous days rainfall we made our way to the Team World Vision tent and began to set up. At about 6:30 AM the runners for Team World Vision gathered and began to overtake us with the 386 pairs of moderately worn shoes they had no more use for.  From there they proceeded to the start line for the 2009 Bank of America Chicago Marathon.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_452\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"The Reason \"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-452\" title=\"man with shoes\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3613-300x252.jpg\" alt=\"The Reason \" width=\"300\" height=\"252\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nLittle did one of them know that their pair of shoes were about to become the reason that Give Your Sole exists.  A gentleman came walking through Charity Village and we soon realized the significance of that name.  He was obviously a man without a home or a good pair of shoes and asked what we were doing.  We explained to him that we were collecting shoes for people in need and from that point on our mission statement became a moment of action.  My number one supporter all my life, Mom, and now volunteer, sat him down and dug through the trash bags of shoes until he set his eyes on a nice pair of red and white Nikes. Off came his black tennis shoes that weighed him down and on went the lighter pair, a pair of shoes that he was incredibly grateful to have.  The smile on his face expressed he was pleased with the exchange.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_453\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"208\" caption=\"A perfect fit\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-453\" title=\"dsc_3619\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3619-208x300.jpg\" alt=\"A perfect fit\" width=\"208\" height=\"300\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nIt was obvious to Mom, Dad, Mac and I that the Good Lord put us in the position to help this man who had to walk through thousands of people to reach Charity Village and find our booth.  Not only that, but think about how many miles this man has walked and how many miles this pair of shoes has seen only to come together at that moment.\r\n\r\nI\'m sure I\'ll never see him again but I know that every time I see a red and white pair of Nikes I will also see this man and realize that he is what made this pair special.','The Reason','0','','inherit','open','open','','451-revision-32','','','2009-10-12 18:32:50','2009-10-12 18:32:50','','451','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=485','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('486','3','2009-10-12 18:34:44','2009-10-12 18:34:44','I woke up today at 3:00 AM along with my volunteers, also known as Mom, Dad and Mac, my older son who you might remember from a previous post about what happened at the Chicago Rock \'n\' Roll Half Marathon. We all awoke from a short nights rest, ready to go to Charity Village as soon as we could in hopes of getting our booth set up at the Team World Vision tent. As I took the onramp onto Lake Shore Drive I noticed a couple people sleeping in the park on the west side of Lake Shore Drive under a blanket.  A blanket which I\'m sure did nothing to keep them warm in the 32 degree weather.  Mac and I looked at each other and said to one another that they were the exact reason we were up before most of the population in the city on a Sunday morning.\r\n\r\nSidestepping all the mud in Charity Village from the previous days rainfall we made our way to the Team World Vision tent and began to set up. At about 6:30 AM the runners for Team World Vision gathered and began to overtake us with the 386 pairs of moderately worn shoes they had no more use for.  From there they proceeded to the start line for the 2009 Bank of America Chicago Marathon.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_452\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"The Reason \"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-452\" title=\"man with shoes\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3613-300x252.jpg\" alt=\"The Reason \" width=\"300\" height=\"252\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nLittle did one of them know that their pair of shoes were about to become the reason that Give Your Sole exists.  A gentleman came walking through Charity Village and we soon realized the significance of that name.  He was obviously a man without a home or a good pair of shoes and asked what we were doing.  We explained to him that we were collecting shoes for people in need and from that point on our mission statement became a moment of action.  My number one supporter all my life, Mom, and now volunteer, sat him down and dug through the trash bags of shoes until he set his eyes on a nice pair of red and white Nikes. Off came his black tennis shoes that weighed him down and on went the lighter pair, a pair of shoes that he was incredibly grateful to have.  The smile on his face confirmed they fit and that he was pleased with the exchange.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_453\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"208\" caption=\"A perfect fit\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-453\" title=\"dsc_3619\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3619-208x300.jpg\" alt=\"A perfect fit\" width=\"208\" height=\"300\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nIt was obvious to Mom, Dad, Mac and I that the Good Lord put us in the position to help this man who had to walk through thousands of people to reach Charity Village and find our booth.  Not only that, but think about how many miles this man has walked and how many miles this pair of shoes has seen only to come together at that moment.\r\n\r\nI\'m sure I\'ll never see him again but I know that every time I see a red and white pair of Nikes I will also see this man and realize that he is what made this pair special.','The Reason','0','','inherit','open','open','','451-revision-33','','','2009-10-12 18:34:44','2009-10-12 18:34:44','','451','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=486','0','revision','','0');
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INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('504','3','2009-11-05 02:48:49','2009-11-05 02:48:49','<a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-505\" title=\"Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//picture-13-300x176.png\" alt=\"Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas\" width=\"300\" height=\"176\" /></a>Give Your Sole is excited to have the opportunity to be attending another great event put on by the <a href=\"http://runrocknroll.competitor.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Rock \'n\' Roll Marathon series and Competitor Group</a>. On Saturday December 5th 2009, Give Your Sole will be at the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> event to collect moderately worn tennis shoes, running shoes and sneakers not only from the kids but the parents and spectators as well. Mens, women\'s and children\'s shoes will be accepted. This promises to be a day filled with fun for the whole family.  Not only will this event motivate children to live a healthy lifestyle but also learn about giving back to their community.  Join us Saturday as we collect shoes from 8am until 11am at the <a href=\"http://unlvrebels.cstv.com/travel/driving/unlv-travel-driving.html\" target=\"_blank\">UNLV Track Facility</a>. All the shoes that get collected will be donated to those less fortunate at the Las Vegas Rescue Mission.\r\n\r\nSo wether you are running the full marathon or half marathon on Sunday the 6th make sure to get by the UNLV Track Facility on Saturday and cheer on the kids and donate all your old running shoes. Hope to see you there!','Next Stop, Vegas!','0','','publish','open','open','','next-stop-vegas','','http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\r\nhttp://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/','2009-12-16 10:40:05','2009-12-16 10:40:05','','0','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=504','0','post','','0');
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INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('507','3','2009-10-30 04:02:28','2009-10-30 04:02:28','<a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-505\" title=\"Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//picture-13-300x176.png\" alt=\"Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas\" width=\"300\" height=\"176\" /></a>Give Your Sole is excited to have the opportunity to be able to attend another great event put on by the <a href=\"http://runrocknroll.competitor.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Rock \'n\' Roll Marathon series and Competitor Group</a>. Come Saturday December 5th, Give Your Sole will be at the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> event to collect moderately worn tennis shoes, running shoes and sneakers not only from the kids but the parents and spectators as well.  This promises to be a day filled with fun for the whole family.  Not only will this event motivate children to live a healthy lifestyle but also learn about giving back to their community.  Join us Saturday as we start collecting shoes from 7am in the morning at the <a href=\"http://unlvrebels.cstv.com/travel/driving/unlv-travel-driving.html\" target=\"_blank\">UNLV Track Facility</a>.','Next Stop, Vegas!','0','','inherit','open','open','','504-revision-2','','','2009-10-30 04:02:28','2009-10-30 04:02:28','','504','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=507','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('508','3','2009-10-30 04:09:09','2009-10-30 04:09:09','<a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-505\" title=\"Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//picture-13-300x176.png\" alt=\"Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas\" width=\"300\" height=\"176\" /></a>Give Your Sole is excited to have the opportunity to be able to attend another great event put on by the <a href=\"http://runrocknroll.competitor.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Rock \'n\' Roll Marathon series and Competitor Group</a>. On Saturday December 5th 2009, Give Your Sole will be at the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> event to collect moderately worn tennis shoes, running shoes and sneakers not only from the kids but the parents and spectators as well. Mens, women\'s and children\'s shoes will be accepted. This promises to be a day filled with fun for the whole family.  Not only will this event motivate children to live a healthy lifestyle but also learn about giving back to their community.  Join us Saturday as we collect shoes from 7am until noon at the <a href=\"http://unlvrebels.cstv.com/travel/driving/unlv-travel-driving.html\" target=\"_blank\">UNLV Track Facility</a>. All the shoes that get collected will be donated to those less fortunate at the Las Vegas Rescue Mission.\r\n\r\nSo wether you are running the full marathon or half marathon on Sunday the 6th make sure to get by the UNLV Track Facility on Saturday and cheer on the kids and donate all your old running shoes. Hope to see you there!','Next Stop, Vegas!','0','','inherit','open','open','','504-revision-3','','','2009-10-30 04:09:09','2009-10-30 04:09:09','','504','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=508','0','revision','','0');
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INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('512','3','2009-10-30 04:09:44','2009-10-30 04:09:44','<a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-505\" title=\"Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//picture-13-300x176.png\" alt=\"Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas\" width=\"300\" height=\"176\" /></a>Give Your Sole is excited to have the opportunity to be able to attend another great event put on by the <a href=\"http://runrocknroll.competitor.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Rock \'n\' Roll Marathon series and Competitor Group</a>. On Saturday December 5th 2009, Give Your Sole will be at the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> event to collect moderately worn tennis shoes, running shoes and sneakers not only from the kids but the parents and spectators as well. Mens, women\'s and children\'s shoes will be accepted. This promises to be a day filled with fun for the whole family.  Not only will this event motivate children to live a healthy lifestyle but also learn about giving back to their community.  Join us Saturday as we collect shoes from 7am until noon at the <a href=\"http://unlvrebels.cstv.com/travel/driving/unlv-travel-driving.html\" target=\"_blank\">UNLV Track Facility</a>. All the shoes that get collected will be donated to those less fortunate at the Las Vegas Rescue Mission.\r\n\r\nSo wether you are running the full marathon or half marathon on Sunday the 6th make sure to get by the UNLV Track Facility on Saturday and cheer on the kids and donate all your old running shoes. Hope to see you there!','Next Stop, Vegas!','0','','inherit','open','open','','504-revision-4','','','2009-10-30 04:09:44','2009-10-30 04:09:44','','504','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=512','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('513','3','2009-11-05 02:44:18','2009-11-05 02:44:18','<a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-505\" title=\"Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//picture-13-300x176.png\" alt=\"Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas\" width=\"300\" height=\"176\" /></a>Give Your Sole is excited to have the opportunity to be able to attend another great event put on by the <a href=\"http://runrocknroll.competitor.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Rock \'n\' Roll Marathon series and Competitor Group</a>. On Saturday December 5th 2009, Give Your Sole will be at the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> event to collect moderately worn tennis shoes, running shoes and sneakers not only from the kids but the parents and spectators as well. Mens, women\'s and children\'s shoes will be accepted. This promises to be a day filled with fun for the whole family.  Not only will this event motivate children to live a healthy lifestyle but also learn about giving back to their community.  Join us Saturday as we collect shoes from 7am until noon at the <a href=\"http://unlvrebels.cstv.com/travel/driving/unlv-travel-driving.html\" target=\"_blank\">UNLV Track Facility</a>. All the shoes that get collected will be donated to those less fortunate at the Las Vegas Rescue Mission.\r\n\r\nSo wether you are running the full marathon or half marathon on Sunday the 6th make sure to get by the UNLV Track Facility on Saturday and cheer on the kids and donate all your old running shoes. Hope to see you there!','Next Stop, Vegas!','0','','inherit','open','open','','504-revision-5','','','2009-11-05 02:44:18','2009-11-05 02:44:18','','504','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=513','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('514','3','2009-11-05 02:45:36','2009-11-05 02:45:36','<a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-505\" title=\"Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//picture-13-300x176.png\" alt=\"Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas\" width=\"300\" height=\"176\" /></a>Give Your Sole is excited to have the opportunity to be able to attend another great event put on by the <a href=\"http://runrocknroll.competitor.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Rock \'n\' Roll Marathon series and Competitor Group</a>. On Saturday December 5th 2009, Give Your Sole will be at the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> event to collect moderately worn tennis shoes, running shoes and sneakers not only from the kids but the parents and spectators as well. Mens, women\'s and children\'s shoes will be accepted. This promises to be a day filled with fun for the whole family.  Not only will this event motivate children to live a healthy lifestyle but also learn about giving back to their community.  Join us Saturday as we collect shoes from 8am until 11am at the <a href=\"http://unlvrebels.cstv.com/travel/driving/unlv-travel-driving.html\" target=\"_blank\">UNLV Track Facility</a>. All the shoes that get collected will be donated to those less fortunate at the Las Vegas Rescue Mission.\r\n\r\nSo wether you are running the full marathon or half marathon on Sunday the 6th make sure to get by the UNLV Track Facility on Saturday and cheer on the kids and donate all your old running shoes. Hope to see you there!','Next Stop, Vegas!','0','','inherit','open','open','','504-revision-6','','','2009-11-05 02:45:36','2009-11-05 02:45:36','','504','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=514','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('515','3','2009-11-05 02:46:27','2009-11-05 02:46:27','<a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-505\" title=\"Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//picture-13-300x176.png\" alt=\"Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas\" width=\"300\" height=\"176\" /></a>Give Your Sole is excited to have the opportunity to be able to attend another great event put on by the <a href=\"http://runrocknroll.competitor.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Rock \'n\' Roll Marathon series and Competitor Group</a>. On Saturday December 5th 2009, Give Your Sole will be at the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> event to collect moderately worn tennis shoes, running shoes and sneakers not only from the kids but the parents and spectators as well. Mens, women\'s and children\'s shoes will be accepted. This promises to be a day filled with fun for the whole family.  Not only will this event motivate children to live a healthy lifestyle but also learn about giving back to their community.  Join us Saturday as we collect shoes from 8am until 11am at the <a href=\"http://unlvrebels.cstv.com/travel/driving/unlv-travel-driving.html\" target=\"_blank\">UNLV Track Facility</a>. All the shoes that get collected will be donated to those less fortunate at the Las Vegas Rescue Mission.\r\n\r\nSo wether you are running the full marathon or half marathon on Sunday the 6th make sure to get by the UNLV Track Facility on Saturday and cheer on the kids and donate all your old running shoes. Hope to see you there!','Next Stop, Vegas!','0','','inherit','open','open','','504-revision-7','','','2009-11-05 02:46:27','2009-11-05 02:46:27','','504','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=515','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('516','3','2009-11-05 02:47:12','2009-11-05 02:47:12','<a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-505\" title=\"Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//picture-13-300x176.png\" alt=\"Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas\" width=\"300\" height=\"176\" /></a>Give Your Sole is excited to have the opportunity to be attending another great event put on by the <a href=\"http://runrocknroll.competitor.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Rock \'n\' Roll Marathon series and Competitor Group</a>. On Saturday December 5th 2009, Give Your Sole will be at the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> event to collect moderately worn tennis shoes, running shoes and sneakers not only from the kids but the parents and spectators as well. Mens, women\'s and children\'s shoes will be accepted. This promises to be a day filled with fun for the whole family.  Not only will this event motivate children to live a healthy lifestyle but also learn about giving back to their community.  Join us Saturday as we collect shoes from 8am until 11am at the <a href=\"http://unlvrebels.cstv.com/travel/driving/unlv-travel-driving.html\" target=\"_blank\">UNLV Track Facility</a>. All the shoes that get collected will be donated to those less fortunate at the Las Vegas Rescue Mission.\r\n\r\nSo wether you are running the full marathon or half marathon on Sunday the 6th make sure to get by the UNLV Track Facility on Saturday and cheer on the kids and donate all your old running shoes. Hope to see you there!','Next Stop, Vegas!','0','','inherit','open','open','','504-revision-8','','','2009-11-05 02:47:12','2009-11-05 02:47:12','','504','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=516','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('517','3','2009-11-05 02:48:03','2009-11-05 02:48:03','<a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-505\" title=\"Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//picture-13-300x176.png\" alt=\"Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas\" width=\"300\" height=\"176\" /></a>Give Your Sole is excited to have the opportunity to be attending another great event put on by the <a href=\"http://runrocknroll.competitor.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Rock \'n\' Roll Marathon series and Competitor Group</a>. On Saturday December 5th 2009, Give Your Sole will be at the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> event to collect moderately worn tennis shoes, running shoes and sneakers not only from the kids but the parents and spectators as well. Mens, women\'s and children\'s shoes will be accepted. This promises to be a day filled with fun for the whole family.  Not only will this event motivate children to live a healthy lifestyle but also learn about giving back to their community.  Join us Saturday as we collect shoes from 8am until 11am at the <a href=\"http://unlvrebels.cstv.com/travel/driving/unlv-travel-driving.html\" target=\"_blank\">UNLV Track Facility</a>. All the shoes that get collected will be donated to those less fortunate at the Las Vegas Rescue Mission.\r\n\r\nSo wether you are running the full marathon or half marathon on Sunday the 6th make sure to get by the UNLV Track Facility on Saturday and cheer on the kids and donate all your old running shoes. Hope to see you there!','Next Stop, Vegas!','0','','inherit','open','open','','504-revision-9','','','2009-11-05 02:48:03','2009-11-05 02:48:03','','504','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=517','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('518','3','2009-10-30 04:15:14','2009-10-30 04:15:14','<strong>Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas Saturday December 5th, 2009</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Hours: 7 AM - 12 Noon</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Location: <span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"><a href=\"http://unlvrebels.cstv.com/travel/driving/unlv-travel-driving.html\" target=\"_blank\">UNLV Track Facility</a></span></strong>','Las Vegas','0','','inherit','open','open','','509-revision-3','','','2009-10-30 04:15:14','2009-10-30 04:15:14','','509','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=518','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('519','3','2009-04-02 04:09:19','2009-04-02 04:09:19','<!--StartFragment-->\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\"> </p>\r\n\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-104 aligncenter\" title=\"me2\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/me2-264x300.jpg\" alt=\"me2\" width=\"238\" height=\"270\" />\r\n</span>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: left; \">Brett Byrd, founder and inspiration behind Give Your Sole, was raised in Central Illinois with a belief in giving back to your community and helping those less fortunate.<span>  </span>Upon moving to Southern California he developed a love of physical fitness most especially running.<span>  </span>Combining his two passions seemed like an obvious move and Give Your Sole was born.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: left; \">Brett’s career path started in the hospitality industry; however, after 18 long years a career change into sales with one of the nation’s largest promotional products companies, Imagine This, offered him the time freedom he desired to start Give Your Sole.<span> </span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: left; \">Throughout the years Brett has participated in many running events from charity 5K’s to Marathons where he has witnessed first hand the generosity of the running community as well as the sheer volume of people it attracts from race participants to spectators alike.<span>  </span>Brett knew that this was the perfect target audience for this great cause.</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: left; \">Brett currently resides in Southern California where he enjoys spending time with his two sons, date nights with his wife and a good run.<span> </span></p>\r\n\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: left; \"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">\r\n</span>\r\n\r\n<!--EndFragment-->','Founder','0','','inherit','open','open','','80-revision-13','','','2009-04-02 04:09:19','2009-04-02 04:09:19','','80','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=519','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('520','3','2009-11-21 23:28:17','2009-11-21 23:28:17','<div class=\"mceTemp mceIEcenter\"><dl id=\"attachment_521\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"width: 139px;\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-521\" title=\"Tom Wicus\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//picture-4.png\" alt=\"Tom Wicus / Director of East Coast Operations\" width=\"129\" height=\"243\" />\r\n\r\n<dd class=\"wp-caption-dd\">Tom Wicus / Director of East Coast Operations</dd> </dl></div>\r\n<span style=\"font-family: Helvetica, Verdana, Arial;\"><span style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"><strong> <!--StartFragment--><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><span style=\"font-family: Helvetica, Verdana, Arial;\"><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Tom Wicus is excited to be utilizing his creativity in working with Give Your Sole.  Having spent the past ten years in New York City, a realization that some dreams go beyond the realm of personal gain occurred.  Sharing an enthusiasm for fitness, humanity and most importantly making a difference, it was an obvious choice to work for Give Your Sole.\r\n</span> </span><span><span style=\"font-family: \'Century Gothic\';\"><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">\r\n</span></span><span style=\"font-family: Helvetica, Verdana, Arial;\"><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">After Brett and Tom originally met in 1994 while working in the hospitality industry, Tom moved on to Florida where he was part of The Walt Disney World Company.  Pursuing a personal goal, he soon after began working in the fashion industry where he spent time in Miami, Chicago and eventually New York City.  Here he found his creative spirit, something that feeds his soul on a daily basis.\r\n</span> </span><span style=\"font-family: \'Century Gothic\';\"><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">\r\n</span> </span><span style=\"font-family: Helvetica, Verdana, Arial;\"><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Tom spends his days writing for various sources in New York City and finds inspiration in the people who surround him.  His family values continue to be a foundation of purpose in his life.\r\n</span> </span><span style=\"font-family: \'Century Gothic\';\"><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">\r\n</span></span><span style=\"font-family: Helvetica, Verdana, Arial;\"><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Tom has never lost his sight of his fitness oriented lifestyle, his creativity or the belief that we are here for reasons other than personal gain and is looking forward to playing an important role in growing Give Your Sole. </span>\r\n</span></span></span> <!--EndFragment--> </strong></span></span>','Tom Wicus','0','','publish','open','open','','tom-wicus','','','2009-11-22 01:10:11','2009-11-22 01:10:11','','2','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?page_id=520','2','page','','0');
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INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('545','3','2009-11-21 23:28:17','2009-11-21 23:28:17','<div class=\"mceTemp mceIEcenter\"><dl id=\"attachment_521\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"width: 139px;\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-521\" title=\"Tom Wicus\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//picture-4.png\" alt=\"Tom Wicus / Director of East Coast Operations\" width=\"129\" height=\"243\" />\r\n\r\n<dd class=\"wp-caption-dd\">Tom Wicus / Director of East Coast Operations</dd></dl></div>\r\n<span style=\"font-family: Helvetica, Verdana, Arial;\"><span style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"><strong> <!--StartFragment--><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><span style=\"font-family: Helvetica, Verdana, Arial;\"><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Tom Wicus is excited to be utilizing his creativity in working with Give Your Sole.  Having spent the past ten years in New York City, a realization that some dreams go beyond the realm of personal gain occurred.  Sharing an enthusiasm for fitness, humanity and most importantly making a difference, it was an obvious choice to work for Give Your Sole.\r\n</span> </span><span><span style=\"font-family: \'Century Gothic\';\"><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">\r\n</span></span><span style=\"font-family: Helvetica, Verdana, Arial;\"><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">After Brett and Tom originally met in 1994 while working in the hospitality industry, Tom moved on to Florida where he was part of The Walt Disney World Company.  Pursuing a personal goal, he soon after began working in the fashion industry where he spent time in Miami, Chicago and eventually New York City.  Here he found his creative spirit, something that feeds his soul on a daily basis.\r\n</span> </span><span style=\"font-family: \'Century Gothic\';\"><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">\r\n</span> </span><span style=\"font-family: Helvetica, Verdana, Arial;\"><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Tom spends his days writing for various sources in New York City and finds inspiration in the people who surround him.  His family values continue to be a foundation of purpose in his life.\r\n</span> </span><span style=\"font-family: \'Century Gothic\';\"><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">\r\n</span></span><span style=\"font-family: Helvetica, Verdana, Arial;\"><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Tom has never lost his sight of his fitness oriented lifestyle, his creativity or the belief that we are here for reasons other than personal gain and is looking forward to a good run with Give Your Sole. </span>\r\n</span></span></span> <!--EndFragment--> </strong></span></span>','Tom Wicus','0','','inherit','open','open','','520-revision-6','','','2009-11-21 23:28:17','2009-11-21 23:28:17','','520','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=545','0','revision','','0');
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INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('549','3','2009-11-26 17:07:08','2009-11-26 17:07:08','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-548\" title=\"dsc_3426\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3426\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />It is this time of year that family and friends gather to share time with one another and reminisce.</p>','Happy Thanksgiving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision','','','2009-11-26 17:07:08','2009-11-26 17:07:08','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=549','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('550','3','2009-11-26 17:13:32','2009-11-26 17:13:32','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-548\" title=\"dsc_3426\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3426\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />It is this time of year that family and friends gather to share time with one another and reminisce.</p>','Happy Thanksgiving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-2','','','2009-11-26 17:13:32','2009-11-26 17:13:32','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=550','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('551','3','2009-11-26 17:13:40','2009-11-26 17:13:40','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-548\" title=\"dsc_3426\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3426\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />It is this time of year that family and friends gather to share time with one another and reminisce.</p>','Happy Thanksgiving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-3','','','2009-11-26 17:13:40','2009-11-26 17:13:40','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=551','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('552','3','2009-11-26 18:01:02','2009-11-26 18:01:02','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-548\" title=\"dsc_3426\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3426\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />The dictionary describes the word \'thankful\' as being pleased and relieved.  To be honest I never really thought of being \'thankful\' as a form of relief.  I guess at times we take for granted the things we have until a holiday like Thanksgiving comes along and makes us take a break from our busy lives to really think about what it is in our lives that give us \'relief\'\'.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For me, there are many things that give me relief.  My wife gives me relief from a life of being alone and without love. My kids give me relief of what life would be without pure joy.  God gives me relief of what life would be without unconditional love.  My job gives me relief of what life would be without the means to provide for the ones I love.  My health gives me relief to experience the outdoors and everyday tasks that get met through the day.  The men and women who serve this country give me relief of worrying about my safety while they do everything they can to protect our great nation.  My mom and dad give me relief that I know I would always have two people I can fall upon should my world come crumbling down.  My friends give me relief from not having someone to share my goals and journeys with.</p>','Happy Thanksgiving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-4','','','2009-11-26 18:01:02','2009-11-26 18:01:02','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=552','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('553','3','2009-11-26 18:12:46','2009-11-26 18:12:46','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-548\" title=\"dsc_3426\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3426\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />The dictionary describes the word \'thankful\' as being pleased and relieved.  To be honest I never really thought of being \'thankful\' as a form of relief.  I guess at times we take for granted the things we have until a holiday like Thanksgiving comes along and makes us take a break from our busy lives to really think about what it is in our lives that give us \'relief\'.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For me, there are many things that give me relief.  My wife gives me relief from a life of being alone and without love. My kids give me relief from a life without pure joy.  God gives me relief from a life without unconditional love.  My job gives me relief from a life without the means to provide for the ones I love.  My health gives me relief to experience the outdoors and everyday tasks that get me through the day.  The men and women who serve this country and do all they can to protect this great nation give me relief from a life of worry.  My mom and dad give me relief from a life of not having two people that will always be there for me should my world fall apart.  My friends give me relief from not having someone to share my goals and journeys with.  The list could go on and on...</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The only problem with experiencing such great relief is that with it comes the realization that 3 million people across this nation can\'t say the same for their lives.</p>','Happy Thanksgiving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-5','','','2009-11-26 18:12:46','2009-11-26 18:12:46','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=553','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('554','3','2009-11-26 18:17:38','2009-11-26 18:17:38','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-548\" title=\"dsc_3426\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3426\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />The dictionary describes the word \'thankful\' as being pleased and relieved.  To be honest I never really thought of being \'thankful\' as a form of relief.  I guess at times we take for granted the things we have until a holiday like Thanksgiving comes along and makes us take a break from our busy lives to really think about what it is in our lives that give us \'relief\'.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For me, there are many things that give me relief.  My wife gives me relief from a life of being alone and without love. My kids give me relief from a life without pure joy.  God gives me relief from a life without unconditional love.  My job gives me relief from a life without the means to provide for the ones I love.  My health gives me relief to experience the outdoors and everyday tasks that get me through the day.  The men and women who serve this country and do all they can to protect this great nation give me relief from a life of worry.  My mom and dad give me relief from a life of not having two people that will always be there for me should my world fall apart.  My friends give me relief from not having someone to share my goals and journeys with.  The list could go on and on...</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The only problem with experiencing such great relief is that with it comes the realization that 3 million people across this nation can\'t say the same for their lives.  While I say a prayer of thanks for all I have been given relief from I will also say a prayer for those that are struggling to find food, shelter and most of all love.  For if we can find love we find hope and if we find hope we find relief.</p>','Happy Thanksgiving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-6','','','2009-11-26 18:17:38','2009-11-26 18:17:38','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=554','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('555','3','2009-11-26 18:19:48','2009-11-26 18:19:48','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-548\" title=\"dsc_3426\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3426\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />The dictionary describes the word \'thankful\' as being pleased and relieved.  To be honest I never really thought of being \'thankful\' as a form of relief.  I guess at times we take for granted the things we have until a holiday like Thanksgiving comes along and makes us take a break from our busy lives to really think about what it is in our lives that give us \'relief\'.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For me, there are many things that give me relief.  My wife gives me relief from a life of being alone and without love. My kids give me relief from a life without pure joy.  God gives me relief from a life without unconditional love.  My job gives me relief from a life without the means to provide for the ones I love.  My health gives me relief to experience the outdoors and everyday tasks that get me through the day.  The men and women who serve this country and do all they can to protect this great nation give me relief from a life of worry.  My mom and dad give me relief from a life of not having two people that will always be there for me should my world fall apart.  My friends give me relief from not having someone to share my goals and journeys with.  The list could go on and on...</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The only problem with experiencing such great relief is that with it comes the realization that 3 million people across this nation can\'t say the same for their lives.  While I say a prayer of thanks for all I have been given relief from I will also say a prayer for those that are struggling to find food, shelter and most of all love.  For if we can find love, we find hope and if we find hope, we find relief.</p>','Happy Thanksgiving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-7','','','2009-11-26 18:19:48','2009-11-26 18:19:48','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=555','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('557','3','2009-11-26 18:27:25','2009-11-26 18:27:25','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-548\" title=\"dsc_3426\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3426\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />The dictionary describes the word \'thankful\' as being pleased and relieved.  To be honest I never really thought of being \'thankful\' as a form of relief.  I guess at times we take for granted the things we have until a holiday like Thanksgiving comes along and makes us take a break from our busy lives to really think about what it is in our lives that give us \'relief\'.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For me, there are many things that give me relief.  My wife gives me relief from a life of being alone and without love. My kids give me relief from a life without pure joy.  God gives me relief from a life without unconditional love.  My job gives me relief from a life without the means to provide for the ones I love.  My health gives me relief to experience the outdoors and everyday tasks that get me through the day.  The men and women who serve this country and do all they can to protect this great nation give me relief from a life of worry.  My mom and dad give me relief from a life of not having two people that will always be there for me should my world fall apart.  My friends give me relief from not having someone to share my goals and journeys with.  The list could go on and on...</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The only problem with experiencing such great relief is that with it comes the realization that 3 million people across this nation can\'t say the same for their lives.  While I say a prayer of thanks for all I have been given relief from I will also say a prayer for those that are struggling to find food, shelter and most of all love.  For if we can find love, we find hope and if we find hope, we find relief.</p>','Happy Thanksgiving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-9','','','2009-11-26 18:27:25','2009-11-26 18:27:25','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=557','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('556','3','2009-11-26 18:24:31','2009-11-26 18:24:31','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-548\" title=\"dsc_3426\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3426\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />The dictionary describes the word \'thankful\' as being pleased and relieved.  To be honest I never really thought of being \'thankful\' as a form of relief.  I guess at times we take for granted the things we have until a holiday like Thanksgiving comes along and makes us take a break from our busy lives to really think about what it is in our lives that give us \'relief\'.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For me, there are many things that give me relief.  My wife gives me relief from a life of being alone and without love. My kids give me relief from a life without pure joy.  God gives me relief from a life without unconditional love.  My job gives me relief from a life without the means to provide for the ones I love.  My health gives me relief to experience the outdoors and everyday tasks that get me through the day.  The men and women who serve this country and do all they can to protect this great nation give me relief from a life of worry.  My mom and dad give me relief from a life of not having two people that will always be there for me should my world fall apart.  My friends give me relief from not having someone to share my goals and journeys with.  The list could go on and on...</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The only problem with experiencing such great relief is that with it comes the realization that 3 million people across this nation can\'t say the same for their lives.  While I say a prayer of thanks for all I have been given relief from I will also say a prayer for those that are struggling to find food, shelter and most of all love.  For if we can find love, we find hope and if we find hope, we find relief.</p>','Happy Thanksgiving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-8','','','2009-11-26 18:24:31','2009-11-26 18:24:31','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=556','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('558','3','2009-11-26 18:30:20','2009-11-26 18:30:20','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-548\" title=\"dsc_3426\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3426\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />The dictionary describes the word \'thankful\' as being pleased and relieved.  To be honest I never really thought of being \'thankful\' as a form of relief.  I guess at times we take for granted the things we have until a holiday like Thanksgiving comes along and makes us take a break from our busy lives to really think about what it is in our lives that give us \'relief\'.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For me, there are many things that give me relief.  My wife gives me relief from a life of being alone and without love. My kids give me relief from a life without pure joy.  God gives me relief from a life without unconditional love.  My job gives me relief from a life without the means to provide for the ones I love.  My health gives me relief to experience the outdoors and everyday tasks that get me through the day.  The men and women who serve this country and do all they can to protect this great nation give me relief from a life of worry.  My mom and dad give me relief from a life of not having two people that will always be there for me should my world fall apart.  My friends give me relief from not having someone to share my goals and journeys with.  The list could go on and on...</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The only problem with experiencing such great relief is that with it comes the realization that 3 million people across this nation can\'t say the same for their lives.  While I say a prayer of thanks for all I have been given relief from I will also say a prayer for those that are struggling to find food, shelter and most of all love.  For if we can find love, we find hope and if we find hope, we find relief.</p>','Happy Thanksgiving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-10','','','2009-11-26 18:30:20','2009-11-26 18:30:20','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=558','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('559','3','2009-11-26 18:31:05','2009-11-26 18:31:05','[caption id=\"attachment_548\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Sunrise over Lake Michigan\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-548\" title=\"dsc_3426\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3426\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The dictionary describes the word \'thankful\' as being pleased and relieved.  To be honest I never really thought of being \'thankful\' as a form of relief.  I guess at times we take for granted the things we have until a holiday like Thanksgiving comes along and makes us take a break from our busy lives to really think about what it is in our lives that give us \'relief\'.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For me, there are many things that give me relief.  My wife gives me relief from a life of being alone and without love. My kids give me relief from a life without pure joy.  God gives me relief from a life without unconditional love.  My job gives me relief from a life without the means to provide for the ones I love.  My health gives me relief to experience the outdoors and everyday tasks that get me through the day.  The men and women who serve this country and do all they can to protect this great nation give me relief from a life of worry.  My mom and dad give me relief from a life of not having two people that will always be there for me should my world fall apart.  My friends give me relief from not having someone to share my goals and journeys with.  The list could go on and on...</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The only problem with experiencing such great relief is that with it comes the realization that 3 million people across this nation can\'t say the same for their lives.  While I say a prayer of thanks for all I have been given relief from I will also say a prayer for those that are struggling to find food, shelter and most of all love.  For if we can find love, we find hope and if we find hope, we find relief.</p>','Happy Thanksgiving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-11','','','2009-11-26 18:31:05','2009-11-26 18:31:05','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=559','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('564','3','2009-11-26 18:45:20','2009-11-26 18:45:20','[caption id=\"attachment_548\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Sunrise over Lake Michigan\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-548\" title=\"dsc_3426\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3426\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The dictionary describes the word \'thankful\' as being pleased and relieved.  To be honest I never really thought of being \'thankful\' as a form of relief.  At times we take for granted the things we have until a holiday like Thanksgiving comes along and makes us take a break from our busy lives to really think about what it is in our lives that give us \'relief\'.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For me, there are many things that give me relief.  My wife gives me relief from a life of being alone and without love. My kids give me relief from a life without pure joy.  God gives me relief from a life without unconditional love.  My job gives me relief from a life without the means to provide for the ones I love.  My health gives me relief to experience the outdoors and everyday tasks that get me through the day.  The men and women who serve this country by doing all they can to protect this great nation give me relief from a life of worry.  My mom and dad give me relief from a life without support should my world come crumbling down.  My friends give me relief from not having anyone around to share my goals and journeys with.  The list could go on and on...</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The only problem with experiencing such great relief is that with it comes the realization that 3 million people across this nation can\'t say the same for their lives.  While I say a prayer of thanks for all I have been given relief from I will also say a prayer for those that are struggling to find food, shelter and most of all love.  For if we can find love, we find hope and if we find hope, we find relief.</p>','Happy \'Relief\'giving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-16','','','2009-11-26 18:45:20','2009-11-26 18:45:20','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=564','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('560','3','2009-11-26 18:35:08','2009-11-26 18:35:08','[caption id=\"attachment_548\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Sunrise over Lake Michigan\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-548\" title=\"dsc_3426\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3426\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The dictionary describes the word \'thankful\' as being pleased and relieved.  To be honest I never really thought of being \'thankful\' as a form of relief.  I guess at times we take for granted the things we have until a holiday like Thanksgiving comes along and makes us take a break from our busy lives to really think about what it is in our lives that give us \'relief\'.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For me, there are many things that give me relief.  My wife gives me relief from a life of being alone and without love. My kids give me relief from a life without pure joy.  God gives me relief from a life without unconditional love.  My job gives me relief from a life without the means to provide for the ones I love.  My health gives me relief to experience the outdoors and everyday tasks that get me through the day.  The men and women who serve this country by doing all they can to protect this great nation give me relief from a life of worry.  My mom and dad give me relief from a life of not having two people that will always be there for me should my world fall apart.  My friends give me relief from not having people around me to share my goals and journeys with.  The list could go on and on...</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The only problem with experiencing such great relief is that with it comes the realization that 3 million people across this nation can\'t say the same for their lives.  While I say a prayer of thanks for all I have been given relief from I will also say a prayer for those that are struggling to find food, shelter and most of all love.  For if we can find love, we find hope and if we find hope, we find relief.</p>','Happy Thanksgiving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-12','','','2009-11-26 18:35:08','2009-11-26 18:35:08','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=560','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('561','3','2009-11-26 18:35:15','2009-11-26 18:35:15','[caption id=\"attachment_548\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Sunrise over Lake Michigan\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-548\" title=\"dsc_3426\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3426\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The dictionary describes the word \'thankful\' as being pleased and relieved.  To be honest I never really thought of being \'thankful\' as a form of relief.  I guess at times we take for granted the things we have until a holiday like Thanksgiving comes along and makes us take a break from our busy lives to really think about what it is in our lives that give us \'relief\'.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For me, there are many things that give me relief.  My wife gives me relief from a life of being alone and without love. My kids give me relief from a life without pure joy.  God gives me relief from a life without unconditional love.  My job gives me relief from a life without the means to provide for the ones I love.  My health gives me relief to experience the outdoors and everyday tasks that get me through the day.  The men and women who serve this country by doing all they can to protect this great nation give me relief from a life of worry.  My mom and dad give me relief from a life of not having two people that will always be there for me should my world fall apart.  My friends give me relief from not having people around me to share my goals and journeys with.  The list could go on and on...</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The only problem with experiencing such great relief is that with it comes the realization that 3 million people across this nation can\'t say the same for their lives.  While I say a prayer of thanks for all I have been given relief from I will also say a prayer for those that are struggling to find food, shelter and most of all love.  For if we can find love, we find hope and if we find hope, we find relief.</p>','Happy Thanksgiving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-13','','','2009-11-26 18:35:15','2009-11-26 18:35:15','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=561','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('562','3','2009-11-26 18:38:48','2009-11-26 18:38:48','[caption id=\"attachment_548\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Sunrise over Lake Michigan\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-548\" title=\"dsc_3426\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3426\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The dictionary describes the word \'thankful\' as being pleased and relieved.  To be honest I never really thought of being \'thankful\' as a form of relief.  At times we take for granted the things we have until a holiday like Thanksgiving comes along and makes us take a break from our busy lives to really think about what it is in our lives that give us \'relief\'.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For me, there are many things that give me relief.  My wife gives me relief from a life of being alone and without love. My kids give me relief from a life without pure joy.  God gives me relief from a life without unconditional love.  My job gives me relief from a life without the means to provide for the ones I love.  My health gives me relief to experience the outdoors and everyday tasks that get me through the day.  The men and women who serve this country by doing all they can to protect this great nation give me relief from a life of worry.  My mom and dad give me relief from a life of not having two people that will always be there for me should my world fall apart.  My friends give me relief from not having people around me to share my goals and journeys with.  The list could go on and on...</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The only problem with experiencing such great relief is that with it comes the realization that 3 million people across this nation can\'t say the same for their lives.  While I say a prayer of thanks for all I have been given relief from I will also say a prayer for those that are struggling to find food, shelter and most of all love.  For if we can find love, we find hope and if we find hope, we find relief.</p>','Happy \'Relief\'giving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-14','','','2009-11-26 18:38:48','2009-11-26 18:38:48','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=562','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('563','3','2009-11-26 18:38:53','2009-11-26 18:38:53','[caption id=\"attachment_548\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Sunrise over Lake Michigan\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-548\" title=\"dsc_3426\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3426\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The dictionary describes the word \'thankful\' as being pleased and relieved.  To be honest I never really thought of being \'thankful\' as a form of relief.  At times we take for granted the things we have until a holiday like Thanksgiving comes along and makes us take a break from our busy lives to really think about what it is in our lives that give us \'relief\'.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For me, there are many things that give me relief.  My wife gives me relief from a life of being alone and without love. My kids give me relief from a life without pure joy.  God gives me relief from a life without unconditional love.  My job gives me relief from a life without the means to provide for the ones I love.  My health gives me relief to experience the outdoors and everyday tasks that get me through the day.  The men and women who serve this country by doing all they can to protect this great nation give me relief from a life of worry.  My mom and dad give me relief from a life of not having two people that will always be there for me should my world fall apart.  My friends give me relief from not having people around me to share my goals and journeys with.  The list could go on and on...</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The only problem with experiencing such great relief is that with it comes the realization that 3 million people across this nation can\'t say the same for their lives.  While I say a prayer of thanks for all I have been given relief from I will also say a prayer for those that are struggling to find food, shelter and most of all love.  For if we can find love, we find hope and if we find hope, we find relief.</p>','Happy \'Relief\'giving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-15','','','2009-11-26 18:38:53','2009-11-26 18:38:53','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=563','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('565','3','2009-11-26 18:45:30','2009-11-26 18:45:30','[caption id=\"attachment_548\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Sunrise over Lake Michigan\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-548\" title=\"dsc_3426\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3426\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The dictionary describes the word \'thankful\' as being pleased and relieved.  To be honest I never really thought of being \'thankful\' as a form of relief.  At times we take for granted the things we have until a holiday like Thanksgiving comes along and makes us take a break from our busy lives to really think about what it is in our lives that give us \'relief\'.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For me, there are many things that give me relief.  My wife gives me relief from a life of being alone and without love. My kids give me relief from a life without pure joy.  God gives me relief from a life without unconditional love.  My job gives me relief from a life without the means to provide for the ones I love.  My health gives me relief to experience the outdoors and everyday tasks that get me through the day.  The men and women who serve this country by doing all they can to protect this great nation give me relief from a life of worry.  My mom and dad give me relief from a life without support should my world come crumbling down.  My friends give me relief from not having anyone around to share my goals and journeys with.  The list could go on and on...</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The only problem with experiencing such great relief is that with it comes the realization that 3 million people across this nation can\'t say the same for their lives.  While I say a prayer of thanks for all I have been given relief from I will also say a prayer for those that are struggling to find food, shelter and most of all love.  For if we can find love, we find hope and if we find hope, we find relief.</p>','Happy \'Relief\'giving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-17','','','2009-11-26 18:45:30','2009-11-26 18:45:30','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=565','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('566','3','2009-11-26 18:48:21','2009-11-26 18:48:21','[caption id=\"attachment_548\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Sunrise over Lake Michigan\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-548\" title=\"dsc_3426\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3426\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The dictionary describes the word \'thankful\' as being pleased and relieved.  To be honest I never really thought of being \'thankful\' as a form of relief.  At times we take for granted the things we have until a holiday like Thanksgiving comes along and makes us take a break from our busy lives to really think about what it is in our lives that give us \'relief\'.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For me, there are many things that give me relief.  My wife gives me relief from a life of being alone and without love. My kids give me relief from a life without pure joy.  God gives me relief from a life without unconditional love.  My job gives me relief from a life without the means to provide for the ones I love.  My health gives me relief to experience the outdoors and everyday tasks that get me through the day.  The men and women who serve this country by doing all they can to protect this great nation give me relief from a life of worry.  My mom and dad give me relief from a life without support should my world come crumbling down.  My friends give me relief from not having anyone around to share my goals and journeys with.  The list could go on and on...</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The only problem with experiencing such great relief is that with it comes the realization that 3 million people across this nation can\'t say the same for their lives.  While I say a prayer of thanks for all I have been given relief from, I will also say a prayer for those who are struggling to find food, shelter and most of all love.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For if we can find love, we find hope and if we find hope, we find relief.</p>','Happy \'Relief\'giving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-18','','','2009-11-26 18:48:21','2009-11-26 18:48:21','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=566','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('567','3','2009-11-26 18:48:28','2009-11-26 18:48:28','[caption id=\"attachment_548\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Sunrise over Lake Michigan\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-548\" title=\"dsc_3426\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3426\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The dictionary describes the word \'thankful\' as being pleased and relieved.  To be honest I never really thought of being \'thankful\' as a form of relief.  At times we take for granted the things we have until a holiday like Thanksgiving comes along and makes us take a break from our busy lives to really think about what it is in our lives that give us \'relief\'.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For me, there are many things that give me relief.  My wife gives me relief from a life of being alone and without love. My kids give me relief from a life without pure joy.  God gives me relief from a life without unconditional love.  My job gives me relief from a life without the means to provide for the ones I love.  My health gives me relief to experience the outdoors and everyday tasks that get me through the day.  The men and women who serve this country by doing all they can to protect this great nation give me relief from a life of worry.  My mom and dad give me relief from a life without support should my world come crumbling down.  My friends give me relief from not having anyone around to share my goals and journeys with.  The list could go on and on...</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The only problem with experiencing such great relief is that with it comes the realization that 3 million people across this nation can\'t say the same for their lives.  While I say a prayer of thanks for all I have been given relief from, I will also say a prayer for those who are struggling to find food, shelter and most of all love.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For if we can find love, we find hope and if we find hope, we find relief.</p>','Happy \'Relief\'giving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-19','','','2009-11-26 18:48:28','2009-11-26 18:48:28','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=567','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('568','3','2009-11-26 18:52:05','2009-11-26 18:52:05','[caption id=\"attachment_548\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Sunrise over Lake Michigan\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-548\" title=\"dsc_3426\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3426\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The dictionary describes the word \'thankful\' as being pleased and relieved.  To be honest I never really thought of being \'thankful\' as a form of relief.  At times we take for granted the things we have until a holiday like Thanksgiving comes along and makes us take a break from our busy lives to really think about what it is in our lives that give us \'relief\'.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For me, there are many things that give me relief.  My wife gives me relief from a life of being alone and without love. My kids give me relief from a life without pure joy.  God gives me relief from a life without unconditional love.  My job gives me relief from a life without the means to provide for the ones I love.  My health gives me relief to experience the outdoors and everyday tasks that get me through the day.  The men and women who serve this country by doing all they can to protect this great nation give me relief from a life of worry.  My mom and dad give me relief from a life without support should my world come crumbling down.  My friends give me relief from not having people around to share in my goals and journeys.  The list could go on and on...</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The only problem with experiencing such great relief is that with it comes the realization that 3 million people across this nation can\'t say the same for their lives.  While I say a prayer of thanks for all I have been given relief from, I will also say a prayer for those who are struggling to find food, shelter and most of all love.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For if we can find love, we find hope and if we find hope, we find relief.</p>','Happy \'Relief\'giving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-20','','','2009-11-26 18:52:05','2009-11-26 18:52:05','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=568','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('569','3','2009-11-26 18:52:13','2009-11-26 18:52:13','[caption id=\"attachment_548\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Sunrise over Lake Michigan\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-548\" title=\"dsc_3426\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3426\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The dictionary describes the word \'thankful\' as being pleased and relieved.  To be honest I never really thought of being \'thankful\' as a form of relief.  At times we take for granted the things we have until a holiday like Thanksgiving comes along and makes us take a break from our busy lives to really think about what it is in our lives that give us \'relief\'.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For me, there are many things that give me relief.  My wife gives me relief from a life of being alone and without love. My kids give me relief from a life without pure joy.  God gives me relief from a life without unconditional love.  My job gives me relief from a life without the means to provide for the ones I love.  My health gives me relief to experience the outdoors and everyday tasks that get me through the day.  The men and women who serve this country by doing all they can to protect this great nation give me relief from a life of worry.  My mom and dad give me relief from a life without support should my world come crumbling down.  My friends give me relief from not having people around to share in my goals and journeys.  The list could go on and on...</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The only problem with experiencing such great relief is that with it comes the realization that 3 million people across this nation can\'t say the same for their lives.  While I say a prayer of thanks for all I have been given relief from, I will also say a prayer for those who are struggling to find food, shelter and most of all love.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For if we can find love, we find hope and if we find hope, we find relief.</p>','Happy \'Relief\'giving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-21','','','2009-11-26 18:52:13','2009-11-26 18:52:13','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=569','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('570','3','2009-11-26 18:59:55','2009-11-26 18:59:55','[caption id=\"attachment_548\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Sunrise over Lake Michigan\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-548\" title=\"dsc_3426\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3426\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The dictionary describes the word \'thankful\' as being pleased and relieved.  To be honest I never really thought of being \'thankful\' as a form of relief.  At times we take for granted the things we have until a holiday like Thanksgiving comes along and makes us take a break from our busy lives to really think about what it is in our lives that give us \'relief\'.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For me, there are many things that give me relief.  My wife gives me relief from a life of being alone and without love. My kids give me relief from a life without pure joy.  God gives me relief from a life without unconditional love.  My job gives me relief from a life without the means to provide for the ones I love.  My health gives me relief to experience the outdoors and everyday tasks that get me through the day.  The service men and women who do all they can to protect this great nation give me relief from a life of worry.  My mom and dad give me relief from a life without support should my world come crumbling down.  My friends give me relief from not having people around to share in my goals and journeys.  The list could go on and on...</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The only problem with experiencing such great relief is that with it comes the realization that 3 million people across this nation can\'t say the same for their lives.  While I say a prayer of thanks for all I have been given relief from, I will also say a prayer for those who are struggling to find food, shelter and most of all love.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For if we can find love, we find hope and if we find hope, we find relief.</p>','Happy \'Relief\'giving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-22','','','2009-11-26 18:59:55','2009-11-26 18:59:55','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=570','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('571','3','2009-11-26 19:01:06','2009-11-26 19:01:06','[caption id=\"attachment_548\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Sunrise over Lake Michigan\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-548\" title=\"dsc_3426\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3426\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The dictionary describes the word \'thankful\' as being pleased and relieved.  To be honest I never really thought of being \'thankful\' as a form of relief.  At times we take for granted the things we have until a holiday like Thanksgiving comes along and makes us take a break from our busy lives to really think about what it is in our lives that give us \'relief\'.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For me, there are many things that give me relief.  My wife gives me relief from a life of being alone and without love. My kids give me relief from a life without pure joy.  God gives me relief from a life without unconditional love.  My job gives me relief from a life without the means to provide for the ones I love.  My health gives me relief to experience the outdoors and everyday tasks that get me through the day.  The service men and women who do all they can to protect this great nation give me relief from a life of worry.  My mom and dad give me relief from a life without support should my world come crumbling down.  My friends give me relief from not having people around to share in my goals and journeys.  The list could go on and on...</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The only problem with experiencing such great relief is that with it comes the realization that 3 million people across this nation can\'t say the same for their lives.  While I say a prayer of thanks for all I have been given relief from, I will also say a prayer for those who are struggling to find food, shelter and most of all love.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For if we can find love, we find hope and if we can find hope, we find relief.</p>','Happy \'Relief\'giving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-23','','','2009-11-26 19:01:06','2009-11-26 19:01:06','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=571','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('572','3','2009-11-26 19:01:12','2009-11-26 19:01:12','[caption id=\"attachment_548\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Sunrise over Lake Michigan\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-548\" title=\"dsc_3426\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3426\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The dictionary describes the word \'thankful\' as being pleased and relieved.  To be honest I never really thought of being \'thankful\' as a form of relief.  At times we take for granted the things we have until a holiday like Thanksgiving comes along and makes us take a break from our busy lives to really think about what it is in our lives that give us \'relief\'.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For me, there are many things that give me relief.  My wife gives me relief from a life of being alone and without love. My kids give me relief from a life without pure joy.  God gives me relief from a life without unconditional love.  My job gives me relief from a life without the means to provide for the ones I love.  My health gives me relief to experience the outdoors and everyday tasks that get me through the day.  The service men and women who do all they can to protect this great nation give me relief from a life of worry.  My mom and dad give me relief from a life without support should my world come crumbling down.  My friends give me relief from not having people around to share in my goals and journeys.  The list could go on and on...</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The only problem with experiencing such great relief is that with it comes the realization that 3 million people across this nation can\'t say the same for their lives.  While I say a prayer of thanks for all I have been given relief from, I will also say a prayer for those who are struggling to find food, shelter and most of all love.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For if we can find love, we find hope and if we can find hope, we find relief.</p>','Happy \'Relief\'giving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-24','','','2009-11-26 19:01:12','2009-11-26 19:01:12','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=572','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('573','3','2009-11-26 19:01:51','2009-11-26 19:01:51','[caption id=\"attachment_548\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Sunrise over Lake Michigan\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-548\" title=\"dsc_3426\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3426\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The dictionary describes the word \'thankful\' as being pleased and relieved.  To be honest I never really thought of being \'thankful\' as a form of relief.  At times we take for granted the things we have until a holiday like Thanksgiving comes along and makes us take a break from our busy lives to really think about what it is in our lives that give us \'relief\'.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For me, there are many things that give me relief.  My wife gives me relief from a life of being alone and without love. My kids give me relief from a life without pure joy.  God gives me relief from a life without unconditional love.  My job gives me relief from a life without the means to provide for the ones I love.  My health gives me relief to experience the outdoors and everyday tasks that get me through the day.  The service men and women who do all they can to protect this great nation give me relief from a life of worry.  My mom and dad give me relief from a life without support should my world come crumbling down.  My friends give me relief from not having people around to share in my goals and journeys.  The list could go on and on...</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The only problem with experiencing such great relief is that with it comes the realization that 3 million people across this nation can\'t say the same for their lives.  While I say a prayer of thanks for all I have been given relief from, I will also say a prayer for those who are struggling to find food, shelter and most of all love.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For if we can find love, we find hope and if we can find hope, we find relief.</p>','Happy \'Relief\'giving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-25','','','2009-11-26 19:01:51','2009-11-26 19:01:51','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=573','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('574','3','2009-11-28 16:59:11','2009-11-28 16:59:11','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.redrockrunningcompany.com/?gclid=CI7My-2Orp4CFRlcagodyVQLkQ\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-575\" title=\"singlet-design-4-copy\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//singlet-design-4-copy-250x300.jpg\" alt=\"singlet-design-4-copy\" width=\"250\" height=\"300\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.redrockrunningcompany.com/?gclid=CI7My-2Orp4CFRlcagodyVQLkQ\" target=\"_blank\">Red Rock Running Company</a> has offered to help Give Your Sole by collecting shoes at their store located on West Cheyenne.  Give Your Sole is working together with them leading up to the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> when Give Your Sole will donate all the shoes collected to the <a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Las Vegas Rescue Mission</a>.  The Red Rock Running Company is one of the only running specialty stores in Las Vegas.  They have the most experienced staff who will make sure to fit you with the best shoe for your feet.  From apparel to nutritional products, Red Rock Running Company has everything you need to make your running experience more enjoyable.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Thank you Red Rock Running Company for offering to help us gather as many shoes possible to help those in need.</p>','Red Rock Running Company helps out','0','','publish','open','open','','red-rock-running-company-helps-out','','\r\nhttp://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/','2009-12-16 08:22:33','2009-12-16 08:22:33','','0','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=574','0','post','','0');
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INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('576','3','2009-11-28 16:45:37','2009-11-28 16:45:37','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.redrockrunningcompany.com/?gclid=CI7My-2Orp4CFRlcagodyVQLkQ\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-575\" title=\"singlet-design-4-copy\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//singlet-design-4-copy-250x300.jpg\" alt=\"singlet-design-4-copy\" width=\"250\" height=\"300\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.redrockrunningcompany.com/?gclid=CI7My-2Orp4CFRlcagodyVQLkQ\" target=\"_blank\">Red Rock Running Company</a> has offered to help Give Your Sole by collecting shoes at their store on our behalf.  The Red Rock Running Company is one of the only running specialty stores in Las Vegas.  They have the most experienced staff who will make sure that you get the right shoe for your foot.  From apparel to nutritional products, Red Rock Running Company has everything you need and more to make your running experience enjoyable.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Red Rock Running Company is encouraging everyone in the area to bring in their moderately worn running shoes.  Give Your Sole is working together with them leading up to the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a></p>','Red Rock Running Company helps out','0','','inherit','open','open','','574-revision','','','2009-11-28 16:45:37','2009-11-28 16:45:37','','574','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=576','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('577','3','2009-11-28 16:46:37','2009-11-28 16:46:37','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.redrockrunningcompany.com/?gclid=CI7My-2Orp4CFRlcagodyVQLkQ\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-575\" title=\"singlet-design-4-copy\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//singlet-design-4-copy-250x300.jpg\" alt=\"singlet-design-4-copy\" width=\"250\" height=\"300\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.redrockrunningcompany.com/?gclid=CI7My-2Orp4CFRlcagodyVQLkQ\" target=\"_blank\">Red Rock Running Company</a> has offered to help Give Your Sole by collecting shoes at their store on our behalf.  The Red Rock Running Company is one of the only running specialty stores in Las Vegas.  They have the most experienced staff who will make sure that you get the right shoe for your foot.  From apparel to nutritional products, Red Rock Running Company has everything you need and more to make your running experience enjoyable.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Red Rock Running Company is encouraging everyone in the area to bring in their moderately worn running shoes.  Give Your Sole is working together with them leading up to the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> when Give Your Sole will donate all the shoes collected to the Las Vegas Rescue Mission.</p>','Red Rock Running Company helps out','0','','inherit','open','open','','574-revision-2','','','2009-11-28 16:46:37','2009-11-28 16:46:37','','574','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=577','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('580','3','2009-11-28 16:58:40','2009-11-28 16:58:40','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.redrockrunningcompany.com/?gclid=CI7My-2Orp4CFRlcagodyVQLkQ\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-575\" title=\"singlet-design-4-copy\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//singlet-design-4-copy-250x300.jpg\" alt=\"singlet-design-4-copy\" width=\"250\" height=\"300\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.redrockrunningcompany.com/?gclid=CI7My-2Orp4CFRlcagodyVQLkQ\" target=\"_blank\">Red Rock Running Company</a> has offered to help Give Your Sole by collecting shoes at their store located on West Cheyenne.  Give Your Sole is working together with them leading up to the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> when Give Your Sole will donate all the shoes collected to the <a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Las Vegas Rescue Mission</a>.  The Red Rock Running Company is one of the only running specialty stores in Las Vegas.  They have the most experienced staff who will make sure to fit you with the best shoe for your feet.  From apparel to nutritional products, Red Rock Running Company has everything you need to make your running experience more enjoyable.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Thank you Red Rock Running Company for offering to help us gather as many shoes possible to help those in need.</p>','Red Rock Running Company helps out','0','','inherit','open','open','','574-revision-5','','','2009-11-28 16:58:40','2009-11-28 16:58:40','','574','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=580','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('578','3','2009-11-28 16:51:37','2009-11-28 16:51:37','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.redrockrunningcompany.com/?gclid=CI7My-2Orp4CFRlcagodyVQLkQ\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-575\" title=\"singlet-design-4-copy\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//singlet-design-4-copy-250x300.jpg\" alt=\"singlet-design-4-copy\" width=\"250\" height=\"300\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.redrockrunningcompany.com/?gclid=CI7My-2Orp4CFRlcagodyVQLkQ\" target=\"_blank\">Red Rock Running Company</a> has offered to help Give Your Sole by collecting shoes at their store on our behalf.  The Red Rock Running Company is one of the only running specialty stores in Las Vegas.  They have the most experienced staff who will make sure that you get the right shoe for your foot.  From apparel to nutritional products, Red Rock Running Company has everything you need and more to make your running experience enjoyable.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Red Rock Running Company is encouraging everyone in the area to bring in their moderately worn running shoes to their location on West Cheyenne.  Give Your Sole is working together with them leading up to the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> when Give Your Sole will donate all the shoes collected to the <a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Las Vegas Rescue Mission</a>.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">To really experience the best running store in Las Vegas head on over to the Red Rock Running Company.  You can also check out what is going on with them <a href=\"http://redrockrunningcompany.blogspot.com/\" target=\"_blank\">here</a>.</p>','Red Rock Running Company helps out','0','','inherit','open','open','','574-revision-3','','','2009-11-28 16:51:37','2009-11-28 16:51:37','','574','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=578','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('579','3','2009-11-28 16:56:23','2009-11-28 16:56:23','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.redrockrunningcompany.com/?gclid=CI7My-2Orp4CFRlcagodyVQLkQ\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-575\" title=\"singlet-design-4-copy\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//singlet-design-4-copy-250x300.jpg\" alt=\"singlet-design-4-copy\" width=\"250\" height=\"300\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.redrockrunningcompany.com/?gclid=CI7My-2Orp4CFRlcagodyVQLkQ\" target=\"_blank\">Red Rock Running Company</a> has offered to help Give Your Sole by collecting shoes at their store located on West Cheyenne.  Give Your Sole is working together with them leading up to the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> when Give Your Sole will donate all the shoes collected to the <a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Las Vegas Rescue Mission</a>.  The Red Rock Running Company is one of the only running specialty stores in Las Vegas.  They have the most experienced staff who will make sure to fit you with the best shoe for your feet.  From apparel to nutritional products, Red Rock Running Company has everything you need and more to make your running experience enjoyable.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">To really experience the best running store in Las Vegas head on over to the Red Rock Running Company.  You can also check out what is going on with them <a href=\"http://redrockrunningcompany.blogspot.com/\" target=\"_blank\">here</a>.  Thank you to Red Rock Running Company for offering to help us gather as many shoes possible to help those in need.</p>','Red Rock Running Company helps out','0','','inherit','open','open','','574-revision-4','','','2009-11-28 16:56:23','2009-11-28 16:56:23','','574','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=579','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('581','3','2009-11-29 19:58:04','2009-11-29 19:58:04','[caption id=\"attachment_582\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Las Vegas Rescue Mission\"]<a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-582\" title=\"Las Vegas Mission\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3667-300x174.jpg\" alt=\"Las Vegas Rescue Mission\" width=\"300\" height=\"174\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nLas Vegas is a lot like Hollywood; many people travel there to make it big only to end up on the streets.  Money surrounds and sustains both cities while those that were once dreamers now become survivors who find themselves without food, shelter or clothes.   The <a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Las Vegas Rescue Mission </a> and operations manager, Randal Salinas, are working hard to give relief and hope to those who come through their doors.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_583\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Randal Salinas / Operations Manager\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-583\" title=\"dsc_3665\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3665-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"Randal Salinas / Operations Manager\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nTo give you an idea of what the mission is up against and what they are doing to make a difference here are some incredible statistics for the month of October.  Randal anticipates these numbers to increase as the winter months approach.\r\n\r\nMeals Served in October : 26,846\r\n\r\nNumber of Beds for Shelter of Hope : 674\r\n\r\nNumber of Beds for Mens Dorm: 1,290\r\n\r\nNumber of Emergency Shelter Beds : 1,964\r\n\r\nNumber of Emergency Shelter Beds for Kids : 45\r\n\r\nRandal and I spent about an hour together and it was obvious that his heart is committed to making a difference.  Once a contractor who built homes he now works on building lives and creating a foundation that is sure to withstand any element it encounters. We talked about the needs of their organization and the 3 basic needs are always in demand; food, shelter and clothes.  He made it clear to me that the shoes we collect will definitely be used and appreciated.  Many families find themselves having to decide the best way to spend what little money they have and with winter approaching, clothes are a main focus.  <img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-585\" title=\"dsc_3672\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3672-300x171.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3672\" width=\"300\" height=\"171\" />\r\n\r\nGive Your Sole is grateful to team up with Randal and the Mission to be the recipients of all the shoes that will be donated at our upcoming event .  So wether you are a resident of Las Vegas or traveling to the city, make sure to bring your moderately worn shoes to us at the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> event on Saturday December 5th.\r\n\r\nHelp us provide some relief this winter for these people and donate your shoes.  Maybe, just maybe, it will distract them enough from their worry to allow them to dream again.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-589\" title=\"dsc_3663\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3663-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3663\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />','Las Vegas Rescue Mission','0','','publish','open','open','','las-vegas-rescue-mission','','\r\nhttp://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/','2009-12-16 06:24:53','2009-12-16 06:24:53','','0','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=581','0','post','','0');
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INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('592','3','2009-11-29 18:32:36','2009-11-29 18:32:36','[caption id=\"attachment_582\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Las Vegas Rescue Mission\"]<a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-582\" title=\"Las Vegas Mission\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3667-300x174.jpg\" alt=\"Las Vegas Rescue Mission\" width=\"300\" height=\"174\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nLas Vegas is a lot like Hollywood; many people travel there to make it big only to end up on the streets.  Money surrounds and sustains both cities while those that were once dreamers now become survivors who find themselves without food, shelter or clothes.   The <a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Las Vegas Rescue Mission </a> and operations manager, Randal Salinas, are working hard to give relief and hope to those who come through their doors.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_583\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Randal Salinas / Operations Manager\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-583\" title=\"dsc_3665\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3665-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"Randal Salinas / Operations Manager\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nTo give you an idea of what the mission is up against and what they are doing to make a difference here are some incredible statistics for the month of October.  Randal anticipates these numbers to increase as the winter months approach.\r\n\r\nMeals Served in October : 26,846\r\n\r\nNumber of Beds for Shelter of Hope : 674\r\n\r\nNumber of Beds for Mens Dorm: 1,290\r\n\r\nNumber of Emergency Shelter Beds : 1,964\r\n\r\nNumber of Emergency Shelter Beds for Kids : 45\r\n\r\nRandal and I spent about an hour together and it was obvious that his heart is committed to making a difference.  Once a contractor who built homes he now works on building lives and creating a foundation that is for sure to withstand any element it comes up against. We talked about the needs of their organization and the 3 basic needs are always in demand; food, shelter and clothes.  He made it clear to me that the shoes we collect will definitely be used and appreciated.  Many families find themselves having to decide the best way to spend what little money they have and with winter approaching, clothes are a main focus.  <img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-585\" title=\"dsc_3672\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3672-300x171.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3672\" width=\"300\" height=\"171\" />\r\n\r\nGive Your Sole is grateful to team up with Randal and the Mission as the recipients of all the shoes that will be donated at our upcoming event .  So wether you are a resident of Las Vegas or traveling to the city, make sure to bring your moderately worn shoes to us at the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> event on Saturday December 5th.\r\n\r\nHelp us provide some relief this winter for these people and donate your shoes.  Maybe, just maybe, it will distract them enough from their worry to allow them to dream again.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-589\" title=\"dsc_3663\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3663-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3663\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />','Las Vegas Rescue Mission','0','','inherit','open','open','','581-revision-7','','','2009-11-29 18:32:36','2009-11-29 18:32:36','','581','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=592','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('591','3','2009-11-29 18:29:48','2009-11-29 18:29:48','[caption id=\"attachment_582\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Las Vegas Rescue Mission\"]<a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-582\" title=\"Las Vegas Mission\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3667-300x174.jpg\" alt=\"Las Vegas Rescue Mission\" width=\"300\" height=\"174\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nLas Vegas is a lot like Hollywood; many people travel there to make it big only to end up on the streets.  Money surrounds and sustains both cities while those that were once dreamers now become survivors who find themselves without food, shelter or clothes.   The <a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Las Vegas Rescue Mission </a> and operations manager, Randal Salinas, are working hard to give relief and hope to those who come through their doors.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_583\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Randal Salinas / Operations Manager\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-583\" title=\"dsc_3665\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3665-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"Randal Salinas / Operations Manager\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nTo give you an idea of what the mission is up against and what they are doing to make a difference here are some incredible statistics for the month of October that Randal shared with me when I recently visited the mission.  He anticipates these numbers to increase as the winter months approach.\r\n\r\nMeals Served in October : 26,846\r\n\r\nNumber of Beds for Shelter of Hope : 674\r\n\r\nNumber of Beds for Mens Dorm: 1,290\r\n\r\nNumber of Emergency Shelter Beds : 1,964\r\n\r\nNumber of Emergency Shelter Beds for Kids : 45\r\n\r\nRandal and I spent about an hour together and it was obvious that his heart is committed to making a difference.  Once a contractor who built homes he now works on building lives and creating a foundation that is for sure to withstand any element it comes up against. We talked about the needs of their organization and the 3 basic needs are always in demand; food, shelter and clothes.  He made it clear to me that the shoes we collect will definitely be used and appreciated.  Many families find themselves having to decide the best way to spend what little money they have and with winter approaching, clothes are a main focus.  <img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-585\" title=\"dsc_3672\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3672-300x171.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3672\" width=\"300\" height=\"171\" />\r\n\r\nGive Your Sole is grateful to team up with Randal and the Mission as the recipients of all the shoes that will be donated at our upcoming event .  So wether you are a resident of Las Vegas or traveling to the city, make sure to bring your moderately worn shoes to us at the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> event on Saturday December 5th.\r\n\r\nHelp us provide some relief this winter for these people and donate your shoes.  Maybe, just maybe, it will distract them enough from their worry to allow them to dream again.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-589\" title=\"dsc_3663\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3663-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3663\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />','Las Vegas Rescue Mission','0','','inherit','open','open','','581-revision-6','','','2009-11-29 18:29:48','2009-11-29 18:29:48','','581','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=591','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('593','3','2009-11-29 18:35:48','2009-11-29 18:35:48','[caption id=\"attachment_582\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Las Vegas Rescue Mission\"]<a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-582\" title=\"Las Vegas Mission\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3667-300x174.jpg\" alt=\"Las Vegas Rescue Mission\" width=\"300\" height=\"174\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nLas Vegas is a lot like Hollywood; many people travel there to make it big only to end up on the streets.  Money surrounds and sustains both cities while those that were once dreamers now become survivors who find themselves without food, shelter or clothes.   The <a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Las Vegas Rescue Mission </a> and operations manager, Randal Salinas, are working hard to give relief and hope to those who come through their doors.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_583\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Randal Salinas / Operations Manager\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-583\" title=\"dsc_3665\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3665-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"Randal Salinas / Operations Manager\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nTo give you an idea of what the mission is up against and what they are doing to make a difference here are some incredible statistics for the month of October.  Randal anticipates these numbers to increase as the winter months approach.\r\n\r\nMeals Served in October : 26,846\r\n\r\nNumber of Beds for Shelter of Hope : 674\r\n\r\nNumber of Beds for Mens Dorm: 1,290\r\n\r\nNumber of Emergency Shelter Beds : 1,964\r\n\r\nNumber of Emergency Shelter Beds for Kids : 45\r\n\r\nRandal and I spent about an hour together and it was obvious that his heart is committed to making a difference.  Once a contractor who built homes he now works on building lives and creating a foundation that is for sure to withstand any element it comes up against. We talked about the needs of their organization and the 3 basic needs are always in demand; food, shelter and clothes.  He made it clear to me that the shoes we collect will definitely be used and appreciated.  Many families find themselves having to decide the best way to spend what little money they have and with winter approaching, clothes are a main focus.  <img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-585\" title=\"dsc_3672\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3672-300x171.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3672\" width=\"300\" height=\"171\" />\r\n\r\nGive Your Sole is grateful to team up with Randal and the Mission as the recipients of all the shoes that will be donated at our upcoming event .  So wether you are a resident of Las Vegas or traveling to the city, make sure to bring your moderately worn shoes to us at the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> event on Saturday December 5th.\r\n\r\nHelp us provide some relief this winter for these people and donate your shoes.  Maybe, just maybe, it will distract them enough from their worry to allow them to dream again.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-589\" title=\"dsc_3663\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3663-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3663\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />','Las Vegas Rescue Mission','0','','inherit','open','open','','581-revision-8','','','2009-11-29 18:35:48','2009-11-29 18:35:48','','581','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=593','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('594','3','2009-11-29 19:48:43','2009-11-29 19:48:43','[caption id=\"attachment_582\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Las Vegas Rescue Mission\"]<a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-582\" title=\"Las Vegas Mission\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3667-300x174.jpg\" alt=\"Las Vegas Rescue Mission\" width=\"300\" height=\"174\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nLas Vegas is a lot like Hollywood; many people travel there to make it big only to end up on the streets.  Money surrounds and sustains both cities while those that were once dreamers now become survivors who find themselves without food, shelter or clothes.   The <a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Las Vegas Rescue Mission </a> and operations manager, Randal Salinas, are working hard to give relief and hope to those who come through their doors.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_583\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Randal Salinas / Operations Manager\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-583\" title=\"dsc_3665\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3665-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"Randal Salinas / Operations Manager\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nTo give you an idea of what the mission is up against and what they are doing to make a difference here are some incredible statistics for the month of October.  Randal anticipates these numbers to increase as the winter months approach.\r\n\r\nMeals Served in October : 26,846\r\n\r\nNumber of Beds for Shelter of Hope : 674\r\n\r\nNumber of Beds for Mens Dorm: 1,290\r\n\r\nNumber of Emergency Shelter Beds : 1,964\r\n\r\nNumber of Emergency Shelter Beds for Kids : 45\r\n\r\nRandal and I spent about an hour together and it was obvious that his heart is committed to making a difference.  Once a contractor who built homes he now works on building lives and creating a foundation that is for sure to withstand any element it comes up against. We talked about the needs of their organization and the 3 basic needs are always in demand; food, shelter and clothes.  He made it clear to me that the shoes we collect will definitely be used and appreciated.  Many families find themselves having to decide the best way to spend what little money they have and with winter approaching, clothes are a main focus.  <img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-585\" title=\"dsc_3672\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3672-300x171.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3672\" width=\"300\" height=\"171\" />\r\n\r\nGive Your Sole is grateful to team up with Randal and the Mission as the recipients of all the shoes that will be donated at our upcoming event .  So wether you are a resident of Las Vegas or traveling to the city, make sure to bring your moderately worn shoes to us at the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> event on Saturday December 5th.\r\n\r\nHelp us provide some relief this winter for these people and donate your shoes.  Maybe, just maybe, it will distract them enough from their worry to allow them to dream again.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-589\" title=\"dsc_3663\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3663-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3663\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />','Las Vegas Rescue Mission','0','','inherit','open','open','','581-revision-9','','','2009-11-29 19:48:43','2009-11-29 19:48:43','','581','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=594','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('595','3','2009-11-29 19:56:26','2009-11-29 19:56:26','[caption id=\"attachment_582\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Las Vegas Rescue Mission\"]<a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-582\" title=\"Las Vegas Mission\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3667-300x174.jpg\" alt=\"Las Vegas Rescue Mission\" width=\"300\" height=\"174\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nLas Vegas is a lot like Hollywood; many people travel there to make it big only to end up on the streets.  Money surrounds and sustains both cities while those that were once dreamers now become survivors who find themselves without food, shelter or clothes.   The <a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Las Vegas Rescue Mission </a> and operations manager, Randal Salinas, are working hard to give relief and hope to those who come through their doors.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_583\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Randal Salinas / Operations Manager\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-583\" title=\"dsc_3665\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3665-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"Randal Salinas / Operations Manager\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nTo give you an idea of what the mission is up against and what they are doing to make a difference here are some incredible statistics for the month of October.  Randal anticipates these numbers to increase as the winter months approach.\r\n\r\nMeals Served in October : 26,846\r\n\r\nNumber of Beds for Shelter of Hope : 674\r\n\r\nNumber of Beds for Mens Dorm: 1,290\r\n\r\nNumber of Emergency Shelter Beds : 1,964\r\n\r\nNumber of Emergency Shelter Beds for Kids : 45\r\n\r\nRandal and I spent about an hour together and it was obvious that his heart is committed to making a difference.  Once a contractor who built homes he now works on building lives and creating a foundation that is sure to withstand any element it encounters. We talked about the needs of their organization and the 3 basic needs are always in demand; food, shelter and clothes.  He made it clear to me that the shoes we collect will definitely be used and appreciated.  Many families find themselves having to decide the best way to spend what little money they have and with winter approaching, clothes are a main focus.  <img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-585\" title=\"dsc_3672\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3672-300x171.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3672\" width=\"300\" height=\"171\" />\r\n\r\nGive Your Sole is grateful to team up with Randal and the Mission to be the recipients of all the shoes that will be donated at our upcoming event .  So wether you are a resident of Las Vegas or traveling to the city, make sure to bring your moderately worn shoes to us at the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> event on Saturday December 5th.\r\n\r\nHelp us provide some relief this winter for these people and donate your shoes.  Maybe, just maybe, it will distract them enough from their worry to allow them to dream again.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-589\" title=\"dsc_3663\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3663-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3663\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />','Las Vegas Rescue Mission','0','','inherit','open','open','','581-revision-10','','','2009-11-29 19:56:26','2009-11-29 19:56:26','','581','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=595','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('596','3','2009-11-29 19:56:32','2009-11-29 19:56:32','[caption id=\"attachment_582\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Las Vegas Rescue Mission\"]<a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-582\" title=\"Las Vegas Mission\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3667-300x174.jpg\" alt=\"Las Vegas Rescue Mission\" width=\"300\" height=\"174\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nLas Vegas is a lot like Hollywood; many people travel there to make it big only to end up on the streets.  Money surrounds and sustains both cities while those that were once dreamers now become survivors who find themselves without food, shelter or clothes.   The <a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Las Vegas Rescue Mission </a> and operations manager, Randal Salinas, are working hard to give relief and hope to those who come through their doors.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_583\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Randal Salinas / Operations Manager\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-583\" title=\"dsc_3665\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3665-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"Randal Salinas / Operations Manager\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nTo give you an idea of what the mission is up against and what they are doing to make a difference here are some incredible statistics for the month of October.  Randal anticipates these numbers to increase as the winter months approach.\r\n\r\nMeals Served in October : 26,846\r\n\r\nNumber of Beds for Shelter of Hope : 674\r\n\r\nNumber of Beds for Mens Dorm: 1,290\r\n\r\nNumber of Emergency Shelter Beds : 1,964\r\n\r\nNumber of Emergency Shelter Beds for Kids : 45\r\n\r\nRandal and I spent about an hour together and it was obvious that his heart is committed to making a difference.  Once a contractor who built homes he now works on building lives and creating a foundation that is sure to withstand any element it encounters. We talked about the needs of their organization and the 3 basic needs are always in demand; food, shelter and clothes.  He made it clear to me that the shoes we collect will definitely be used and appreciated.  Many families find themselves having to decide the best way to spend what little money they have and with winter approaching, clothes are a main focus.  <img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-585\" title=\"dsc_3672\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3672-300x171.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3672\" width=\"300\" height=\"171\" />\r\n\r\nGive Your Sole is grateful to team up with Randal and the Mission to be the recipients of all the shoes that will be donated at our upcoming event .  So wether you are a resident of Las Vegas or traveling to the city, make sure to bring your moderately worn shoes to us at the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> event on Saturday December 5th.\r\n\r\nHelp us provide some relief this winter for these people and donate your shoes.  Maybe, just maybe, it will distract them enough from their worry to allow them to dream again.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-589\" title=\"dsc_3663\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3663-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3663\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />','Las Vegas Rescue Mission','0','','inherit','open','open','','581-revision-11','','','2009-11-29 19:56:32','2009-11-29 19:56:32','','581','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=596','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('597','3','2009-11-29 19:57:45','2009-11-29 19:57:45','[caption id=\"attachment_582\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Las Vegas Rescue Mission\"]<a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-582\" title=\"Las Vegas Mission\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3667-300x174.jpg\" alt=\"Las Vegas Rescue Mission\" width=\"300\" height=\"174\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nLas Vegas is a lot like Hollywood; many people travel there to make it big only to end up on the streets.  Money surrounds and sustains both cities while those that were once dreamers now become survivors who find themselves without food, shelter or clothes.   The <a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Las Vegas Rescue Mission </a> and operations manager, Randal Salinas, are working hard to give relief and hope to those who come through their doors.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_583\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Randal Salinas / Operations Manager\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-583\" title=\"dsc_3665\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3665-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"Randal Salinas / Operations Manager\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nTo give you an idea of what the mission is up against and what they are doing to make a difference here are some incredible statistics for the month of October.  Randal anticipates these numbers to increase as the winter months approach.\r\n\r\nMeals Served in October : 26,846\r\n\r\nNumber of Beds for Shelter of Hope : 674\r\n\r\nNumber of Beds for Mens Dorm: 1,290\r\n\r\nNumber of Emergency Shelter Beds : 1,964\r\n\r\nNumber of Emergency Shelter Beds for Kids : 45\r\n\r\nRandal and I spent about an hour together and it was obvious that his heart is committed to making a difference.  Once a contractor who built homes he now works on building lives and creating a foundation that is sure to withstand any element it encounters. We talked about the needs of their organization and the 3 basic needs are always in demand; food, shelter and clothes.  He made it clear to me that the shoes we collect will definitely be used and appreciated.  Many families find themselves having to decide the best way to spend what little money they have and with winter approaching, clothes are a main focus.  <img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-585\" title=\"dsc_3672\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3672-300x171.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3672\" width=\"300\" height=\"171\" />\r\n\r\nGive Your Sole is grateful to team up with Randal and the Mission to be the recipients of all the shoes that will be donated at our upcoming event .  So wether you are a resident of Las Vegas or traveling to the city, make sure to bring your moderately worn shoes to us at the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> event on Saturday December 5th.\r\n\r\nHelp us provide some relief this winter for these people and donate your shoes.  Maybe, just maybe, it will distract them enough from their worry to allow them to dream again.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-589\" title=\"dsc_3663\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3663-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3663\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />','Las Vegas Rescue Mission','0','','inherit','open','open','','581-revision-12','','','2009-11-29 19:57:45','2009-11-29 19:57:45','','581','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=597','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('598','3','2009-11-29 19:57:56','2009-11-29 19:57:56','[caption id=\"attachment_582\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Las Vegas Rescue Mission\"]<a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-582\" title=\"Las Vegas Mission\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3667-300x174.jpg\" alt=\"Las Vegas Rescue Mission\" width=\"300\" height=\"174\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nLas Vegas is a lot like Hollywood; many people travel there to make it big only to end up on the streets.  Money surrounds and sustains both cities while those that were once dreamers now become survivors who find themselves without food, shelter or clothes.   The <a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Las Vegas Rescue Mission </a> and operations manager, Randal Salinas, are working hard to give relief and hope to those who come through their doors.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_583\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Randal Salinas / Operations Manager\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-583\" title=\"dsc_3665\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3665-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"Randal Salinas / Operations Manager\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nTo give you an idea of what the mission is up against and what they are doing to make a difference here are some incredible statistics for the month of October.  Randal anticipates these numbers to increase as the winter months approach.\r\n\r\nMeals Served in October : 26,846\r\n\r\nNumber of Beds for Shelter of Hope : 674\r\n\r\nNumber of Beds for Mens Dorm: 1,290\r\n\r\nNumber of Emergency Shelter Beds : 1,964\r\n\r\nNumber of Emergency Shelter Beds for Kids : 45\r\n\r\nRandal and I spent about an hour together and it was obvious that his heart is committed to making a difference.  Once a contractor who built homes he now works on building lives and creating a foundation that is sure to withstand any element it encounters. We talked about the needs of their organization and the 3 basic needs are always in demand; food, shelter and clothes.  He made it clear to me that the shoes we collect will definitely be used and appreciated.  Many families find themselves having to decide the best way to spend what little money they have and with winter approaching, clothes are a main focus.  <img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-585\" title=\"dsc_3672\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3672-300x171.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3672\" width=\"300\" height=\"171\" />\r\n\r\nGive Your Sole is grateful to team up with Randal and the Mission to be the recipients of all the shoes that will be donated at our upcoming event .  So wether you are a resident of Las Vegas or traveling to the city, make sure to bring your moderately worn shoes to us at the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> event on Saturday December 5th.\r\n\r\nHelp us provide some relief this winter for these people and donate your shoes.  Maybe, just maybe, it will distract them enough from their worry to allow them to dream again.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-589\" title=\"dsc_3663\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3663-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3663\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />','Las Vegas Rescue Mission','0','','inherit','open','open','','581-revision-13','','','2009-11-29 19:57:56','2009-11-29 19:57:56','','581','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=598','0','revision','','0');
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INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('686','3','2009-03-30 16:36:44','2009-03-30 16:36:44','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-60\" title=\"picture-191\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/picture-191.png\" alt=\"picture-191\" width=\"758\" height=\"166\" /></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\"For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me...</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Matthew 25:35-36</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The Association of Gospel Rescue Missions is a wonderful organization that makes it their mission to proclaim the passion of Jesus toward the hungry, homeless, abused and addicted.  The AGRM has a chapter located in every major city nationwide including San Diego.  Give Your Sole is pleased to be teaming up with the San Diego Rescue Mission who will be distributing the shoes that will be collected at the San Diego Rock \'N\' Roll Marathon.  Every pair of shoes donated during the expo and on race day will go to those who are less fortunate within the San Diego Community.  Not everyone has a calling to work in a rescue mission but all of us have been given a heart to help those in need.  Your shoe size is the perfect fit for someone so gather as many pairs as you can and donate them at the race!</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\"The King will reply, \"I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.\'</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Matthew 25:40</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"> </p>','Your shoe size is a perfect fit for someone.....','0','','inherit','open','open','','58-revision-9','','','2009-03-30 16:36:44','2009-03-30 16:36:44','','58','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=686','0','revision','','0');
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INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('687','3','2009-03-27 04:41:01','2009-03-27 04:41:01','We are extremely excited to have a booth at the San Diego Rock \'N\' Roll Marathon (www.rnrmarathon.com) on May 29th and 30th and at the finish line on race day the 31st, 2009.  Come by our booth and donate your moderately worn athletic shoes.  We will be accepting all sizes; men\'s, women\'s and children\'s.  For those of you who would like to donate the shoes that you wore during the race look for us at the finish line.  In return for your generous donation we will be giving away a free pair of Give Your Sole flip flops so you don\'t go bare foot!\r\n\r\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-49\" title=\"green-sandles\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/green-sandles-300x239.jpg\" alt=\"green-sandles\" width=\"300\" height=\"239\" />','San Diego here we come!','0','','inherit','open','open','','48-revision-8','','','2009-03-27 04:41:01','2009-03-27 04:41:01','','48','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=687','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('688','3','2009-03-27 06:42:21','2009-03-27 06:42:21','<!--StartFragment-->\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><!--StartFragment--></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Giving done in 4 Easy Steps:</p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span>Step 1 – Find out what events we are attending by clicking on the Event Calendar under Categories.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span>Step 2 – Donate at the Expo: bring your moderately worn shoes to our booth and we will be happy to take them off your hands....AND FEET!</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span>Step 3 – Donate on Race Day: After the race, after receiving your medal, once you have had a nice cold drink, come by our booth and donate those mile challenged pair of shoes to GIVE YOUR SOLE. <span> </span>For such a kind gesture we will give you a custom pair of GIVE YOUR SOLE flip flops so you don’t go home bare foot.</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">Step 4 - Give yourself a pat on the back for just finishing a race and giving to a great cause!  </p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span> </span></p>\r\n\r\n<!--EndFragment-->\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span> </span></p>\r\n\r\n<!--EndFragment-->','1-2-3-4, Donate! ','0','','inherit','open','open','','66-revision-5','','','2009-03-27 06:42:21','2009-03-27 06:42:21','','66','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=688','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('689','3','2009-03-14 22:53:43','2009-03-14 22:53:43','<p style=\"text-align: center;\">  Give Your Sole is a non-profit organization and our mission is to provide relief to men, women &amp; children who are less fortunate by donating moderately worn athletic shoes collected at race events nationwide.  Stay tuned as we get ready to launch our website and our first event!  </p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"> </p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_43\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"258\" caption=\"Running the Surf City Half Marathon in Huntington Beach California\"]<img class=\"size-full wp-image-43\" title=\"picture-10\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/picture-10.png\" alt=\"Running the Surf City Half Marathon in Huntington Beach California\" width=\"258\" height=\"387\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"> </p>\r\n\r\n<!--StartFragment--> <!--EndFragment-->','Up and Running...','0','','inherit','open','open','','27-revision-12','','','2009-03-14 22:53:43','2009-03-14 22:53:43','','27','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=689','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('690','3','2009-03-27 19:21:21','2009-03-27 19:21:21','[caption id=\"attachment_19\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"576\" caption=\"Summer in Chicago \"]<img class=\"size-full wp-image-19  \" title=\"dsc_2499_0014\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/dsc_2499_0014.jpg\" alt=\"Summer in Chicago\" width=\"576\" height=\"383\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\n Taken from the Sears Tower in Chicago.  Incredible View! Love that City!','Chicago','0','','inherit','open','open','','23-revision-5','','','2009-03-27 19:21:21','2009-03-27 19:21:21','','23','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=690','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('691','3','2009-12-16 06:30:34','2009-12-16 06:30:34','[caption id=\"attachment_532\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"129\" caption=\"Tom Wicus / Director of East Coast Operations and Sole Giver!\"]<img class=\"size-full wp-image-532 \" title=\"picture-42\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//picture-42.png\" alt=\"Tom Wicus / Director of East Operations\" width=\"129\" height=\"243\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nThere are some friends in life that we meet and remain in contact with for life.  Tom is one of those friends.  Tom and I met in the hospitality industry back in 1994 working for T.G.I.Fridays of all places.  That\'s right!  We had the \"flare\" and all the buttons to prove it.  Not something I feel too confident bragging about, but part of our history nonetheless.\r\n\r\nBeing from Chicago makes Tom a huge Chicago Cubs fan which should tell you something about his spirit and work ethic; he\'s empathetic and doesn\'t give up if he puts his mind to something.   Tom had a personal goal and began working in the fashion industry where he spent time in Miami, Chicago and eventually decided to reside in New York City.  I know what you\'re thinking; how can a guy call himself a Cubs fan and live in New York!  I\'m still trying to figure that one out myself....\r\n\r\nTom spends his days writing for various sources in New York City and finds inspiration in people who surround him.  He has also had a continuous enthusiasm for fitness, humanity and most importantly making a difference, which is the reason Tom has decided to join Give Your Sole.  Residing in New York makes him perfect to head up operations for the East Coast.\r\n\r\nI am extremely excited to be working with Tom again.  His passion and drive is contagious and inspiring to say the least.  I know having him on board will help grow Give Your Sole and reach many more people who need help.\r\n\r\nWho would have ever thought that by becoming friends back in 1994 we would end up working together to grow a great non-profit named Give Your Sole.  I guess Abraham Lincoln said it best, \'If you are to win a man to your cause first make him your friend\'.','Welcome Aboard Tom!','0','','inherit','open','open','','530-revision-12','','','2009-12-16 06:30:34','2009-12-16 06:30:34','','530','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=691','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('684','3','2009-04-29 02:32:07','2009-04-29 02:32:07',' \r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_131\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"From left to right (myself; Herb Johnson, President of San Diego Rescue Mission; Jenna Stauffer, Event Coordinator\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-131\" title=\"sd-rescue-team\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/sd-rescue-team-300x205.jpg\" alt=\"From left to right (myself; Herb Johnson, President of San Diego Rescue Mission; Jenna Stauffer, Event Coordinator\" width=\"300\" height=\"205\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nToday I jumped in my car and set off to go meet up with the folks in charge of the San Diego Rescue Mission.  Give Your Sole is thrilled to be donating all the shoes collected at this years San Diego Rock \'n\' Roll Marathon to the mission.  Upon my arrival I found a parking spot right out front and fed the meter with what quarters I could find between my seats and under the mat.....hope it\'s enough...gotta feeling it won\'t be!\r\n\r\nI was greeted by Jenna and Mark; both who were extremely kind.  I could tell right away they had found their calling as they made me feel at home.  I can only imagine they do the same for those that come in to escape the streets for a night.  Every night 60+ women and children come in for food and shelter and the staff at the SD Rescue Mission are ready for them. Once a hospital, the building is perfect for those that qualify for their year long program to have private rooms. \r\n\r\nAfter an hour or more of taking the tour and visiting with Herb and the staff, I knew that Give Your Sole was blessed to be teaming up with them.   I also knew my quarters most likely had run out and the ticket on my car confirmed it.....$30 for an hour and a half to visit with some wonderful people who are no doubt making a difference in the world and their community.....worth every penny!','Blessed Partnership','0','','inherit','open','open','','130-revision-10','','','2009-04-29 02:32:07','2009-04-29 02:32:07','','130','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=684','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('683','3','2009-05-02 15:42:47','2009-05-02 15:42:47','<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-143 alignright\" title=\"picture-4\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/picture-4-300x222.png\" alt=\"picture-4\" width=\"300\" height=\"222\" />24 Hours from now I will have ran my 13.1 miles!  Can\'t wait to hit the road along with my good friend Tim Daley.  Tim is one of those guys that would do anything for you. That even means running 13.1 miles without much training (not that he needs any - FREAK) all in hopes of helping promote Give Your Sole!  No headphones, no stress about running it in a certain time; only focus is to spread the word, meet people and have FUN!  Sounds like a great way to run a race to me.....','OC 1/2 Marathon','0','','inherit','open','open','','142-revision-6','','','2009-05-02 15:42:47','2009-05-02 15:42:47','','142','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=683','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('677','3','2009-05-28 16:03:20','2009-05-28 16:03:20','<img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-213\" title=\"img_8449\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/img_8449-206x300.jpg\" alt=\"img_8449\" width=\"206\" height=\"300\" />We are only one day away from our first event at the San Diego Rock \'n\' Roll Marathon.  John Smith and his team at Competitor Group (www.competitor.com) have been incredible to work with and we are extremely grateful for all they have done in supporting Give Your Sole. \r\n\r\nMake sure to gather as many pairs of moderately worn shoes you can find and bring them to our booth at the expo and the finish line.  We will be giving away free Give Your Sole t-shirts to anyone who donates $20 or more while supplies last.  Thank you and we will see you there!','See you soon San Diego!  ','0','','inherit','open','open','','212-revision-9','','','2009-05-28 16:03:20','2009-05-28 16:03:20','','212','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=677','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('678','3','2009-05-25 04:13:14','2009-05-25 04:13:14','<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-204 alignright\" title=\"My Grandfather, Dale Crank\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/grandpa-dale-300x249.jpg\" alt=\"grandpa-dale\" width=\"300\" height=\"249\" />Growing up in central Illinois I have numerous fond memories, many include my Grandfather Dale Crank.  Here he is in his Military Police (MP) uniform when he served during WWII.  Larger than life, he always welcomed me and my brother with open arms and usually put us to work when we visited his farm house in Dunlap, Illinois.  The smell of a burning brush pile, a damp basement and his zippo lighter will always be engrained in my memory.  My haircut could never be short enough for his military liking and I was always happy to oblige.  \r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">I remember the day mom got the call that he had passed.  Grandpa Dale liked his cigarettes and they eventually were the cause of his death. His funeral was something I won\'t soon forget even though it took place when I was a kid.  Many aged Veterans stood at attention saluting one of their own, one of them with his hand trembling from the Parkinsons that had taken hold of his body.  Bang!  Jump. Bang! Jump. Bang! Jump...21 shots rang out and I\'ll be darned if my brother and I didn\'t jump after each one.  At that moment the grief set in and we all began to weep as the United States flag was folded and handed to mom.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Many years have passed since that day but the happy memories from our time together will always be close by.  Mom volunteers at the local VFW which I think helps her stay connected to Grandpa. Sometimes it\'s hard to let go, but then again, someone so admired should never be far from our hearts.  </p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Happy Memorial Day.  Thank you to those that have served and continue to serve.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">God Bless.</p>','Remembering Many, Admiring One.','0','','inherit','open','open','','193-revision-17','','','2009-05-25 04:13:14','2009-05-25 04:13:14','','193','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=678','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('679','3','2009-05-21 22:18:13','2009-05-21 22:18:13','<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-175 alignright\" title=\"newlogooldtag2\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/newlogooldtag2-300x111.jpg\" alt=\"newlogooldtag2\" width=\"300\" height=\"111\" />The great people at Road Runner Sports are offering $10 off your next pair of running shoes for simply donating your old pair to Give Your Sole. Stop by our expo booth and finish line booth at the San Diego Rock \'n\' Roll Marathon to donate your shoes and receive a $10 voucher that can be used at their main location at 5553 Copley Drive in San Diego or online for those of you that live out of state.  Make sure you treat yourself to something nice....you deserve it...you just ran 26.2 miles and made a difference in someone\'s life today!','Road Runner Sports is offering $10 off your next pair!','0','','inherit','open','open','','174-revision-10','','','2009-05-21 22:18:13','2009-05-21 22:18:13','','174','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=679','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('680','3','2009-05-19 03:52:06','2009-05-19 03:52:06','[caption id=\"attachment_164\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Give Your Sole Booth #313\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-164 \" title=\"ezup1\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/ezup1-300x194.jpg\" alt=\"ezup1\" width=\"300\" height=\"194\" />[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">We are excited to be counting down the days to our event at the San Diego Rock \'n\' Roll Marathon.  Keep your eyes out for the white pop-up with the big <span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong>green</strong></span><strong> </strong>shoe at booth #313!  Upon entering the Exhibit area, head straight down aisle 300, we will be the 6th booth on the right.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">See you there!</p>','Booth #313','0','','inherit','open','open','','165-revision-9','','','2009-05-19 03:52:06','2009-05-19 03:52:06','','165','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=680','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('681','3','2009-05-22 00:30:09','2009-05-22 00:30:09',' \r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_187\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Bobby Lambert and Myself\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-187\" title=\"dsc034621\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/dsc034621-300x226.jpg\" alt=\"Bobby Lambert and Myself\" width=\"300\" height=\"226\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe dictionary defines a \"volunteer\" as a person who voluntarily undertakes or expresses a willingness to undertake a service. It also defines \"friend\" as one that favors or promotes something. Lucky for me, my friend Bobby Lambert and his family have volunteered their time to help us at our first event. It came as really no surprise since Bobby is a full time Fireman and helping people is in his blood. We are glad to have him and the rest of the Lambert family on board. Thanks Lambert Family!','A Friend lends a helping hand...','0','','inherit','open','open','','186-revision-6','','','2009-05-22 00:30:09','2009-05-22 00:30:09','','186','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=681','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('682','3','2009-05-07 14:39:04','2009-05-07 14:39:04','[caption id=\"attachment_150\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"199\" caption=\"Tim coming...\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-150\" title=\"gys1\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/gys1-199x300.jpg\" alt=\"Tim coming...\" width=\"199\" height=\"300\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_151\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"200\" caption=\"Tim going....\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-151\" title=\"gys2\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/gys2-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"Tim going....\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nApparel accounts for $6 billion in sales annually...35% of that is from T-shirts.  The cotton canvas is the way to go if you need to get the word out about a cause you are passionate about.  \r\n\r\nToday we woke at 5 am to spend our waking hours running the OC half marathon with hope that other runners would notice our T-shirts. We didn\'t run to set a personal record and we didn\'t run for self preservation; today we ran with one thing in mind; to promote Give Your Sole! Just two guys running among thousands, trying to stay ahead of enough people so they could read the Give Your Sole mission statement screen printed on our backs. It worked!\r\n\r\n About 5 miles into the race a nice lady struck up conversation and asked if we would be collecting shoes at the finish. \"Unfortunately not today\"  I said, \"but we will have a booth all 3 days at the San Diego Rock \'n\' Roll Marathon at the end of the month.  Will you be running that one?\"  \"Yes\" she said, \"I will see you there and will bring my shoes.\"  Over the next 8.1 miles many more people struck up conversation and shared their support for Give Your Sole.  \r\n\r\nThank you to those who took time out of pursuing their goal to ask about Give Your Sole.  Thank you Tim for allowing your body to be a billboard for a day.  Ahhh the touch, the feel, the <em>power </em>of cotton.....','The Power of a T-Shirt','0','','inherit','open','open','','149-revision-7','','','2009-05-07 14:39:04','2009-05-07 14:39:04','','149','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=682','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('674','3','2009-06-08 00:37:10','2009-06-08 00:37:10',' \r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_274\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Me with Olympic Gold Medalist, Frank Shorter\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-274\" title=\"dsc_3114\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/dsc_3114-300x246.jpg\" alt=\"Me with Olympic Gold Medalist, Frank Shorter\" width=\"300\" height=\"246\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe incredible thing about attending the expo before race day is not all the cool new gear you can buy or all the freebies you can cram into your expo bag.  It\'s the experience to see and interact with running legends in an environment they thrive in.  To know as much as they do in the field they have lived and breathed for years makes them EXPERTS and many times FAMOUS.  Some people would let all that go to their head....not Frank Shorter.  \r\n\r\nI was lucky enough to meet Mr. Shorter at the San Diego Rock \'n\' Roll Marathon.  Here is a man who put running on the map in the 70\'s; a Yale grad with too many accomplishments to list.  He is best known for winning the gold in the Marathon at the 1972 Munich Olympics. After being inducted into the Olympic Hall of Fame, the National Track and Field Hall of Fame, and the National Distance Running Hall of Fame and running for the better part of his life you think the last thing he would want to do is talk about running to a complete stranger.  \r\n\r\nMr. Shorter and I not only talked a little about running but more about children in sports. His idea of letting children gravitate to the sport they prefer on their own is one that many parents need to get on board with, especially in this day and age.  Having two sons of my own I have to agree with him. This quote from Mr. Shorter says it best, \"When you are caring about your children perhaps you always have to remember at what point you can become over involved because of something you need rather than something the child needs.\"  \r\n\r\nNo doubt about it, Frank Shorter is a legend and a man of humility.  Thank you for your time Mr. Shorter.','Humble Legend','0','','inherit','open','open','','273-revision-7','','','2009-06-08 00:37:10','2009-06-08 00:37:10','','273','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=674','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('675','3','2009-06-05 16:19:10','2009-06-05 16:19:10','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"> </p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_261\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Ryan Hall and myself\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-261\" title=\"dsc_3132\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/dsc_3132-300x282.jpg\" alt=\"Ryan Hall and myself\" width=\"300\" height=\"282\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe story, <a href=\"http://www.runnersworld.com/cda/microsite/article/0,8029,s6-239-473-0-12789-0,00.html\"></a>The Power and The Glory, written in <span style=\"font-style: italic;\">Runners World Magazine</span> about Ryan Hall sheds light on what really makes him tick.  For a young man of 26 to realize the gifts that the Lord has given him and the wisdom to know what to do with those gifts is pretty inspiring.  We all struggle at times to figure out what it is we are meant to do in life.  Only a few will decide at a young age what their calling is; some might struggle for years to find it. To be unsure about where you\'re headed in life is normal.  What\'s detrimental is being stagnant and ignoring the gifts that God has given you.  Stagnation creates laziness and laziness breeds disappointment.\r\n\r\nJim Elliot, another wise man of 26, said it best, \"Wherever you are - be all there.\"  Not only is it important to be physically active to keep in good health but to be spiritually diligent is crucial in finding peace in all you do as well. \r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-family: -webkit-sans-serif;\">\r\n</span>','Youthful Wisdom','0','','inherit','open','open','','260-revision-11','','','2009-06-05 16:19:10','2009-06-05 16:19:10','','260','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=675','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('676','3','2009-06-02 06:41:35','2009-06-02 06:41:35','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"> </p>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"mceTemp\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><dl id=\"attachment_223\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\" style=\"width: 201px;\"><dt class=\"wp-caption-dt\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-223\" title=\"dsc_3129\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/dsc_3129-191x300.jpg\" alt=\"Only the beginning....\" width=\"191\" height=\"300\" /></dt><dd class=\"wp-caption-dd\">Only the beginning....</dd></dl></div>\r\n<span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong>320 Pairs Collected ! ! !</strong>\r\n</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">We are so excited to share with you that we collected 320 pairs of shoes at our first event with the San Diego Rock \'n\' Roll Marathon.  It was truly an amazing event with our very 1st two donors coming all the way from New York. Friday started out a little slow, mostly due to people still at work and coming to the expo in the later hours of the day.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_229\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\" caption=\"All the way from New York\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-229\" title=\"dsc_31092\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/dsc_31092-300x250.jpg\" alt=\"All the way from New York\" width=\"300\" height=\"250\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\n</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">  Saturday came and along with it came the crowds and the shoes!  Bags of them at a time.  People brought 4 pairs, 5 pairs, 10 pairs even 12 pairs at a time.  Some people had bags in their cars they went back out to get and brought to the booth.  It was an incredible day filled with numerous runners and participants excited to see us there and asking us when we would be in their city.  </span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">Sunday, race day, came next and as the runners began to finish it was all they could do to get out of their shoes and donate them right off their tired feet.  There is something symbolic to see people who just endured such pain hand over their shoes knowing they will be going to help someone in need.  </span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">Thank you to all the donors, participants, runners, GYS volunteers and everyone at Competitor Group who made our 1st event a HUGE success.  \r\n</span>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"> </p>','320 PAIRS!','0','','inherit','open','open','','222-revision-9','','','2009-06-02 06:41:35','2009-06-02 06:41:35','','222','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=676','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('666','3','2009-12-16 07:24:35','2009-12-16 07:24:35','<p class=\"mceTemp mceIEcenter\"></p>\r\n\r\n<dl id=\"attachment_600\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"width: 228px;\"> <dt class=\"wp-caption-dt\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><img class=\" \" title=\"Morgan\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_0015-2-218x300.jpg\" alt=\"Her smile says it all\" width=\"218\" height=\"300\" /></dt> <dd class=\"wp-caption-dd\"><em>\r\n</em></dd> </dl>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\'Because you are my helper, I sing for joy in the shadow of your wings.\' Psalm 63:7</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">From the look on this little girls face I believe there was some singing going on and joy being felt.  The joy of giving not only brings joy to the recipient but also to the one doing the giving. This picture proves it.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">This little girl walked up to our booth on Saturday at the Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of greater Las Vegas and could not have been more excited to give her shoes.  She could not stop smiling as I talked with her. Being a parent myself I could tell from looking into the eyes of her mother, she could not have been any more proud.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_607\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\" caption=\"The kids having a great time. \"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-607\" title=\"dsc_0004-2\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_0004-2-300x236.jpg\" alt=\"The kids having a great time. \" width=\"300\" height=\"236\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nEven though the morning was really cold, the kids who attended had warm hearts and donated 120 pairs of shoes that all went to the Las Vegas Rescue Mission. As we stood around cheering the kids on in our coats and blankets I knew across town outside the mission people lined the street hoping to get in for warmth.  Many will, many won\'t. Either way, there are those who will go to sleep cold and wake up cold. There are those who will go to sleep hungry and wake up hungry. There are those who will go to sleep lonely and wake up lonely. It\'s one thing to go to sleep, it\'s another to go to \"bed\".\r\n\r\nI encourage you to follow in the footsteps of this little girl this December and go to your local shelter and donate blankets, shoes, socks, jackets, and anything you would want if it were you out in the cold.\r\n\r\nAnd remember, the joy is in the giving.','The pure joy of giving','0','','inherit','open','open','','661-autosave','','','2009-12-16 07:24:35','2009-12-16 07:24:35','','661','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=666','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('667','3','2009-12-16 07:22:31','2009-12-16 07:22:31','<p class=\"mceTemp mceIEcenter\"></p>\r\n\r\n<dl id=\"attachment_600\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"width: 228px;\"> <dt class=\"wp-caption-dt\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><img title=\"Morgan\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_0015-2-218x300.jpg\" alt=\"Her smile says it all\" width=\"218\" height=\"300\" /></dt> <dd class=\"wp-caption-dd\"><em>Her smile says it all</em></dd> </dl>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\'Because you are my helper, I sing for joy in the shadow of your wings.\' Psalm 63:7</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">From the look on this little girls face I believe there was some singing going on and joy being felt.  The joy of giving not only brings joy to the recipient but also to the one doing the giving. This picture proves it.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">This little girl walked up to our booth on Saturday at the Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of greater Las Vegas and could not have been more excited to give her shoes.  She could not stop smiling as I talked with her. Being a parent myself I could tell from looking into the eyes of her mother, she could not have been any more proud.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_607\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\" caption=\"The kids having a great time. \"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-607\" title=\"dsc_0004-2\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_0004-2-300x236.jpg\" alt=\"The kids having a great time. \" width=\"300\" height=\"236\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nEven though the morning was really cold, the kids who attended had warm hearts and donated 120 pairs of shoes that all went to the Las Vegas Rescue Mission. As we stood around cheering the kids on in our coats and blankets I knew across town outside the mission people lined the street hoping to get in for warmth.  Many will, many won\'t. Either way, there are those who will go to sleep cold and wake up cold. There are those who will go to sleep hungry and wake up hungry. There are those who will go to sleep lonely and wake up lonely. It\'s one thing to go to sleep, it\'s another to go to \"bed\".\r\n\r\nI encourage you to follow in the footsteps of this little girl this December and go to your local shelter and donate blankets, shoes, socks, jackets, and anything you would want if it were you out in the cold.\r\n\r\nAnd remember, the joy is in the giving.','The pure joy of giving','0','','inherit','open','open','','661-revision-5','','','2009-12-16 07:22:31','2009-12-16 07:22:31','','661','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=667','0','revision','','0');
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INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('669','3','2009-12-16 06:30:17','2009-12-16 06:30:17','[caption id=\"attachment_548\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Sunrise over Lake Michigan\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-548\" title=\"dsc_3426\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3426\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The dictionary describes the word \'thankful\' as being pleased and relieved.  To be honest I never really thought of being \'thankful\' as a form of relief.  At times we take for granted the things we have until a holiday like Thanksgiving comes along and makes us take a break from our busy lives to really think about what it is in our lives that give us \'relief\'.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For me, there are many things that give me relief.  My wife gives me relief from a life of being alone and without love. My kids give me relief from a life without pure joy.  God gives me relief from a life without unconditional love.  My job gives me relief from a life without the means to provide for the ones I love.  My health gives me relief to experience the outdoors and everyday tasks that get me through the day.  The service men and women who do all they can to protect this great nation give me relief from a life of worry.  My mom and dad give me relief from a life without support should my world come crumbling down.  My friends give me relief from not having people around to share in my goals and journeys.  The list could go on and on...</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The only problem with experiencing such great relief is that with it comes the realization that 3 million people across this nation can\'t say the same for their lives.  While I say a prayer of thanks for all I have been given relief from, I will also say a prayer for those who are struggling to find food, shelter and most of all love.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For if we can find love, we find hope and if we can find hope, we find relief.</p>','Happy \'Relief\'giving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-27','','','2009-12-16 06:30:17','2009-12-16 06:30:17','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=669','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('670','3','2009-12-16 08:14:40','2009-12-16 08:14:40','<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_668\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Sunrise Over Lake Michigan\"]<img class=\"size-full wp-image-668\" title=\"Sunrise\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x1991.jpg\" alt=\"Sunrise Over Lake Michigan\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe dictionary describes the word \'thankful\' as being pleased and relieved.  To be honest I never really thought of being \'thankful\' as a form of relief.  At times we take for granted the things we have until a holiday like Thanksgiving comes along and makes us take a break from our busy lives to really think about what it is in our lives that give us \'relief\'.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For me, there are many things that give me relief.  My wife gives me relief from a life of being alone and without love. My kids give me relief from a life without pure joy.  God gives me relief from a life without unconditional love.  My job gives me relief from a life without the means to provide for the ones I love.  My health gives me relief to experience the outdoors and everyday tasks that get me through the day.  The service men and women who do all they can to protect this great nation give me relief from a life of worry.  My mom and dad give me relief from a life without support should my world come crumbling down.  My friends give me relief from not having people around to share in my goals and journeys.  The list could go on and on...</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The only problem with experiencing such great relief is that with it comes the realization that 3 million people across this nation can\'t say the same for their lives.  While I say a prayer of thanks for all I have been given relief from, I will also say a prayer for those who are struggling to find food, shelter and most of all love.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For if we can find love, we find hope and if we can find hope, we find relief.</p>','Happy \'Relief\'giving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-28','','','2009-12-16 08:14:40','2009-12-16 08:14:40','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=670','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('671','3','2009-12-16 06:26:46','2009-12-16 06:26:46','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.redrockrunningcompany.com/?gclid=CI7My-2Orp4CFRlcagodyVQLkQ\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-575\" title=\"singlet-design-4-copy\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//singlet-design-4-copy-250x300.jpg\" alt=\"singlet-design-4-copy\" width=\"250\" height=\"300\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.redrockrunningcompany.com/?gclid=CI7My-2Orp4CFRlcagodyVQLkQ\" target=\"_blank\">Red Rock Running Company</a> has offered to help Give Your Sole by collecting shoes at their store located on West Cheyenne.  Give Your Sole is working together with them leading up to the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> when Give Your Sole will donate all the shoes collected to the <a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Las Vegas Rescue Mission</a>.  The Red Rock Running Company is one of the only running specialty stores in Las Vegas.  They have the most experienced staff who will make sure to fit you with the best shoe for your feet.  From apparel to nutritional products, Red Rock Running Company has everything you need to make your running experience more enjoyable.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Thank you Red Rock Running Company for offering to help us gather as many shoes possible to help those in need.</p>','Red Rock Running Company helps out','0','','inherit','open','open','','574-revision-7','','','2009-12-16 06:26:46','2009-12-16 06:26:46','','574','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=671','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('672','3','2009-12-16 08:22:27','2009-12-16 08:22:27','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.redrockrunningcompany.com/?gclid=CI7My-2Orp4CFRlcagodyVQLkQ\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-575\" title=\"singlet-design-4-copy\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//singlet-design-4-copy-250x300.jpg\" alt=\"singlet-design-4-copy\" width=\"250\" height=\"300\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.redrockrunningcompany.com/?gclid=CI7My-2Orp4CFRlcagodyVQLkQ\" target=\"_blank\">Red Rock Running Company</a> has offered to help Give Your Sole by collecting shoes at their store located on West Cheyenne.  Give Your Sole is working together with them leading up to the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> when Give Your Sole will donate all the shoes collected to the <a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Las Vegas Rescue Mission</a>.  The Red Rock Running Company is one of the only running specialty stores in Las Vegas.  They have the most experienced staff who will make sure to fit you with the best shoe for your feet.  From apparel to nutritional products, Red Rock Running Company has everything you need to make your running experience more enjoyable.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Thank you Red Rock Running Company for offering to help us gather as many shoes possible to help those in need.</p>','Red Rock Running Company helps out','0','','inherit','open','open','','574-autosave','','','2009-12-16 08:22:27','2009-12-16 08:22:27','','574','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=672','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('673','3','2009-12-16 08:21:22','2009-12-16 08:21:22','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.redrockrunningcompany.com/?gclid=CI7My-2Orp4CFRlcagodyVQLkQ\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-575\" title=\"singlet-design-4-copy\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//singlet-design-4-copy-250x300.jpg\" alt=\"singlet-design-4-copy\" width=\"250\" height=\"300\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.redrockrunningcompany.com/?gclid=CI7My-2Orp4CFRlcagodyVQLkQ\" target=\"_blank\">Red Rock Running Company</a> has offered to help Give Your Sole by collecting shoes at their store located on West Cheyenne.  Give Your Sole is working together with them leading up to the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> when Give Your Sole will donate all the shoes collected to the <a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Las Vegas Rescue Mission</a>.  The Red Rock Running Company is one of the only running specialty stores in Las Vegas.  They have the most experienced staff who will make sure to fit you with the best shoe for your feet.  From apparel to nutritional products, Red Rock Running Company has everything you need to make your running experience more enjoyable.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Thank you Red Rock Running Company for offering to help us gather as many shoes possible to help those in need.</p>','Red Rock Running Company helps out','0','','inherit','open','open','','574-revision-8','','','2009-12-16 08:21:22','2009-12-16 08:21:22','','574','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=673','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('665','3','2009-12-16 07:20:52','2009-12-16 07:20:52','<p class=\"mceTemp mceIEcenter\"><dl id=\"attachment_600\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"width: 228px;\"><dt class=\"wp-caption-dt\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-600\" title=\"Morgan\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_0015-2-218x300.jpg\" alt=\"Her smile says it all\" width=\"218\" height=\"300\" /></dt><dd class=\"wp-caption-dd\"><em>Her smile says it all</em></dd></dl></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\'Because you are my helper, I sing for joy in the shadow of your wings.\' Psalm 63:7</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">From the look on this little girls face I believe there was some singing going on and joy being felt.  The joy of giving not only brings joy to the recipient but also to the one doing the giving. This picture proves it.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">This little girl walked up to our booth on Saturday at the Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of greater Las Vegas and could not have been more excited to give her shoes.  She could not stop smiling as I talked with her. Being a parent myself I could tell from looking into the eyes of her mother, she could not have been any more proud.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_607\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\" caption=\"The kids having a great time. \"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-607\" title=\"dsc_0004-2\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_0004-2-300x236.jpg\" alt=\"The kids having a great time. \" width=\"300\" height=\"236\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nEven though the morning was really cold, the kids who attended had warm hearts and donated 120 pairs of shoes that all went to the Las Vegas Rescue Mission. As we stood around cheering the kids on in our coats and blankets I knew across town outside the mission people lined the street hoping to get in for warmth.  Many will, many won\'t. Either way, there are those who will go to sleep cold and wake up cold. There are those who will go to sleep hungry and wake up hungry. There are those who will go to sleep lonely and wake up lonely. It\'s one thing to go to sleep, it\'s another to go to \"bed\".\r\n\r\nI encourage you to follow in the footsteps of this little girl this December and go to your local shelter and donate blankets, shoes, socks, jackets, and anything you would want if it were you out in the cold.\r\n\r\nAnd remember, the joy is in the giving.','The pure joy of giving','0','','inherit','open','open','','661-revision-4','','','2009-12-16 07:20:52','2009-12-16 07:20:52','','661','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=665','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('664','3','2009-12-16 07:19:01','2009-12-16 07:19:01','[caption id=\"attachment_600\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"218\" caption=\"Her smile says it all\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-600\" title=\"Morgan\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_0015-2-218x300.jpg\" alt=\"Her smile says it all\" width=\"218\" height=\"300\" />[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\'Because you are my helper, I sing for joy in the shadow of your wings.\' Psalm 63:7</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">From the look on this little girls face I believe there was some singing going on and joy being felt.  The joy of giving not only brings joy to the recipient but also to the one doing the giving. This picture proves it.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">This little girl walked up to our booth on Saturday at the Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of greater Las Vegas and could not have been more excited to give her shoes.  She could not stop smiling as I talked with her. Being a parent myself I could tell from looking into the eyes of her mother, she could not have been any more proud.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_607\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\" caption=\"The kids having a great time. \"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-607\" title=\"dsc_0004-2\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_0004-2-300x236.jpg\" alt=\"The kids having a great time. \" width=\"300\" height=\"236\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nEven though the morning was really cold, the kids who attended had warm hearts and donated 120 pairs of shoes that all went to the Las Vegas Rescue Mission. As we stood around cheering the kids on in our coats and blankets I knew across town outside the mission people lined the street hoping to get in for warmth.  Many will, many won\'t. Either way, there are those who will go to sleep cold and wake up cold. There are those who will go to sleep hungry and wake up hungry. There are those who will go to sleep lonely and wake up lonely. It\'s one thing to go to sleep, it\'s another to go to \"bed\".\r\n\r\nI encourage you to follow in the footsteps of this little girl this December and go to your local shelter and donate blankets, shoes, socks, jackets, and anything you would want if it were you out in the cold.\r\n\r\nAnd remember, the joy is in the giving.','The pure joy of giving','0','','inherit','open','open','','661-revision-3','','','2009-12-16 07:19:01','2009-12-16 07:19:01','','661','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=664','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('624','3','2009-10-12 02:18:22','2009-10-12 02:18:22','May 29th-31st, 2009 - San Diego Rock \'n\' Roll Marathon - <strong>320 Pairs</strong>.\r\n\r\nJuly 31st - August 2nd - Chicago Rock \'n\' Roll Half Marathon - <strong>481 Pairs</strong>.\r\n\r\nOctober 2nd-4th - San Jose Rock \'n\' Roll Half Marathon - <strong>500 Pairs.</strong>\r\n\r\nOctober 11th - Bank of America Marathon<strong> - 386<strong> Pairs.</strong></strong>','Pairs Donated','0','','inherit','open','open','','235-revision-7','','','2009-10-12 02:18:22','2009-10-12 02:18:22','','235','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=624','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('625','3','2009-09-28 04:46:42','2009-09-28 04:46:42','<!--StartFragment-->\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><strong> <!--StartFragment--></strong></p>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><strong>Donating Shoes</strong></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Visit our website, </span><a href=\"http://www.giveyoursole.com\"><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">www.giveyoursole.com</span></a><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">, to locate an event near you.</span><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"> </span></span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Look for our booth at the expo before each race and also at the finish line (race permitting).</span><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"> </span></span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">We accept men’s, women’s and children’s moderately worn athletic shoes at the expo and also on race day.</span><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"> </span></span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Those of you that would like to donate the pair of shoes you run the race in will receive a complimentary pair of flip-flops in appreciation for your donation and so you do not have to leave bare foot.</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"> </span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><strong>What happens with donated shoes?</strong></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"><strong>Give Your Sole</strong></span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"><strong> </strong></span></span><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">aims to work with local organizations in the cities that the races are held.</span><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"> </span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"><strong> </strong></span></span></span><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">All the shoes donated that have adequate wear ability will be given to those in need within each local city.</span><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"> </span></span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">In some cases </span></span><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"><strong>Give Your Sole</strong></span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"> </span></span><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">will also donate shoes to those experiencing major natural disasters nationally as well as internationally.</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><strong>How to make monetary donations:</strong></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">If making donation by check please make payable to:</span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"><strong> </strong></span></span><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"><strong>Give Your Sole</strong></span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Monetary donations are accepted at race events or can be mailed to:</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"><strong>Give Your Sole</strong></span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">11442 Tesota Loop</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Corona, Ca. 92883</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Phone 760.702.2278</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Fax 951.277.9430</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Email: </span><a href=\"mailto:brett@giveyoursole.com\"><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">brett@giveyoursole.com</span></a></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Thank you for your support.</span></span></p>\r\n\r\n<strong><!--EndFragment--> </strong>\r\n\r\n<!--EndFragment-->','Donations','0','','inherit','open','open','','75-revision-9','','','2009-09-28 04:46:42','2009-09-28 04:46:42','','75','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=625','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('737','16','2009-12-23 18:28:54','2009-12-23 18:28:54','<form name=\"PrePage\" method = \"post\" action = \"https://Simplecheckout.authorize.net/payment/CatalogPayment.aspx\">  <input type = \"hidden\" name = \"LinkId\" value =\"27cef8e8-b234-40cc-a159-5d516671620d\" />  <input type = \"image\" src =\"//content.authorize.net/images/donate-gold.gif\" /> </form> \r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><strong>How to make monetary donations:</strong></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">If making donation by check please make payable to:</span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"> </span></span><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"><strong>Give Your Sole</strong></span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Monetary donations are accepted at race events or can be mailed to:</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"><strong>Give Your Sole</strong></span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">11442 Tesota Loop</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Corona, Ca. 92883</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Phone 760.702.2278</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Fax 951.277.9430</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Email: </span><a href=\"mailto:brett@giveyoursole.com\"><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">brett@giveyoursole.com</span></a></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Thank you for your support.</span></span></p>','Monetary Donations','0','','inherit','open','open','','238-revision-3','','','2009-12-23 18:28:54','2009-12-23 18:28:54','','238','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=737','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('736','16','2010-01-13 09:10:10','2010-01-13 09:10:10','<h3 class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Where does your money go?</h3>\r\nThe simple answer is, your money helps Give Your Sole, a 501(c)3 public charity, continue to operate and attend events, allowing us to collect shoes and work with local shelters to get the shoes to people in need.  Your shoes might not be ready for donation but if you donate the $100 you would have spent on a new pair, 100% of your donation will go to helping us put shoes on 33 people.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"></p>\r\n\r\n<form id=\"donate_form\" style=\"text-align: center;\" action=\"https://Simplecheckout.authorize.net/payment/CatalogPayment.aspx\" method=\"post\"> <input name=\"LinkId\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"27cef8e8-b234-40cc-a159-5d516671620d\" /> <input src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/themes/dailyedition/images/giveyoursole_bronze.png\" type=\"image\" /></form>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">BRONZE SOLE MEMBER</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>($15-$500)</em></p>\r\n\r\n<form id=\"donate_form\" style=\"text-align: center;\" action=\"https://Simplecheckout.authorize.net/payment/CatalogPayment.aspx\" method=\"post\"> <input name=\"LinkId\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"5c1707f0-ce26-478c-bc13-6edf79b210f1\" /> <input src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/themes/dailyedition/images/giveyoursole_silver.png\" type=\"image\" /> </form>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">SILVER SOLE MEMBER</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>($750-$5,000)</em></p>\r\n\r\n<form id=\"donate_form\" style=\"text-align: center;\" action=\"https://Simplecheckout.authorize.net/payment/CatalogPayment.aspx\" method=\"post\"> <input name=\"LinkId\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"b2c82eb8-f4ed-48ad-9b43-a8f82918a0ff\" /> <input src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/themes/dailyedition/images/giveyoursole_gold.png\" type=\"image\" /> </form> <form style=\"text-align: center;\" action=\"https://Simplecheckout.authorize.net/payment/CatalogPayment.aspx\" method=\"post\">GOLD SOLE MEMBER</form> ','Monetary Donations','0','','inherit','open','open','','238-autosave','','','2010-01-13 09:10:10','2010-01-13 09:10:10','','238','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=736','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('733','3','2009-12-23 08:13:25','2009-12-23 08:13:25','<strong><a href=\"http://arizona.competitor.com/features/donate-your-running-shoes/\" target=\"_blank\">P.F. Changs Rock \'n\' Roll Arizona Marathon and 1/2 - January 15-17 2010</a></strong>\r\n\r\nDonations can be made at Expo booth (#705) and on race day at finish line area (location to be determined)\r\n\r\n<strong>Expo Hours:</strong>\r\n\r\nFriday January 15th 10am-7pm\r\n\r\nSaturday January 16th 9am-6pm\r\n\r\n<strong><a href=\"http://arizona.competitor.com/expo/participant/\" target=\"_blank\">Expo Location:</a></strong>\r\n\r\nPhoenix Convention Center\r\n\r\n100 N. Third Street\r\n\r\nPhoenix, Az.\r\n\r\n<strong>Race Day Location: TBD</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>\r\n</strong>','Arizona ','0','','inherit','open','open','','731-revision-2','','','2009-12-23 08:13:25','2009-12-23 08:13:25','','731','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=733','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('734','3','2009-12-23 08:15:09','2009-12-23 08:15:09','<strong><a href=\"http://arizona.competitor.com/features/donate-your-running-shoes/\" target=\"_blank\">P.F. Changs Rock \'n\' Roll Arizona Marathon and 1/2 - January 15-17 2010</a></strong>\r\n\r\nDonations can be made at Expo booth (#705) and on race day at finish line area (location to be determined)\r\n\r\n<strong>Expo Hours:</strong>\r\n\r\nFriday January 15th 10am-7pm\r\n\r\nSaturday January 16th 9am-6pm\r\n\r\n<strong><a href=\"http://arizona.competitor.com/expo/participant/\" target=\"_blank\">Expo Location:</a></strong>\r\n\r\nPhoenix Convention Center\r\n\r\n100 N. Third Street\r\n\r\nPhoenix, Az.\r\n\r\n<strong>Race Day Location: TBD</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>\r\n</strong>','Arizona ','0','','inherit','open','open','','731-autosave','','','2009-12-23 08:15:09','2009-12-23 08:15:09','','731','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=734','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('735','16','2009-06-02 06:54:22','2009-06-02 06:54:22','<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><strong>How to make monetary donations:</strong></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">If making donation by check please make payable to:</span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"> </span></span><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"><strong>Give Your Sole</strong></span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Monetary donations are accepted at race events or can be mailed to:</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"><strong>Give Your Sole</strong></span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">11442 Tesota Loop</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Corona, Ca. 92883</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Phone 760.702.2278</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Fax 951.277.9430</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Email: </span><a href=\"mailto:brett@giveyoursole.com\"><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">brett@giveyoursole.com</span></a></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Thank you for your support.</span></span></p>\r\n\r\n<div></div>','Monetary Donations','0','','inherit','open','open','','238-revision-2','','','2009-06-02 06:54:22','2009-06-02 06:54:22','','238','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=735','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('727','3','2009-08-19 05:22:08','2009-08-19 05:22:08','<strong>San Jose Rock \'n\' Roll Half Marathon October 2nd - 4th 2009</strong>\r\n\r\nDonations can be made at Race Expo and Finish Line.\r\n\r\n<strong>Expo Hours:</strong>\r\n\r\nFriday, October 2: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.\r\nSaturday, October 3: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong>Expo Location:</strong>\r\n\r\nSan Jose McEnery Convention Center\r\n150 W. San Carlos Street\r\nSan Jose, CA 95113\r\n\r\n<strong>Race Finish Line</strong> (Sunday October 4th 8:00am-TBD\r\n\r\n<strong>Location</strong>: Plaza de Cesar Chavez in downtown San Jose','San Jose','0','','inherit','open','open','','332-revision-3','','','2009-08-19 05:22:08','2009-08-19 05:22:08','','332','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=727','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('728','3','2009-11-05 02:49:21','2009-11-05 02:49:21','<strong>Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas Saturday December 5th, 2009</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Hours: 8 AM - 11 AM</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Location: <span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"><a href=\"http://unlvrebels.cstv.com/travel/driving/unlv-travel-driving.html\" target=\"_blank\">UNLV Track Facility</a></span></strong>','Las Vegas','0','','inherit','open','open','','509-revision-4','','','2009-11-05 02:49:21','2009-11-05 02:49:21','','509','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=728','0','revision','','0');
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INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('731','3','2009-12-23 08:14:05','2009-12-23 08:14:05','<strong><a href=\"http://arizona.competitor.com/features/donate-your-running-shoes/\" target=\"_blank\">P.F. Changs Rock \'n\' Roll Arizona Marathon and 1/2 - January 15-17 2010</a></strong>\r\n\r\nDonations can be made at Expo booth (#705) and on race day at finish line area (location to be determined)\r\n\r\n<strong>Expo Hours:</strong>\r\n\r\nFriday January 15th 10am-7pm\r\n\r\nSaturday January 16th 9am-6pm\r\n\r\n<strong><a href=\"http://arizona.competitor.com/expo/participant/\" target=\"_blank\">Expo Location:</a></strong>\r\n\r\nPhoenix Convention Center\r\n\r\n100 N. Third Street\r\n\r\nPhoenix, Az.\r\n\r\n<strong>Race Day Location: TBD</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>\r\n</strong>','Arizona ','0','','publish','open','open','','arizona','','','2009-12-23 08:14:05','2009-12-23 08:14:05','','729','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?page_id=731','1','page','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('732','3','2009-12-23 08:12:25','2009-12-23 08:12:25','<strong><a href=\"http://arizona.competitor.com/features/donate-your-running-shoes/\" target=\"_blank\">P.F. Changs Rock \'n\' Roll Arizona Marathon and 1/2 - January 15-17 2010</a></strong>\r\n\r\nDonations can be made at Expo booth (#705) and on race day at finish line area (location to be determined)\r\n\r\n<strong>Expo Hours:</strong>\r\n\r\nFriday January 15th 10am-7pm\r\n\r\nSaturday January 16th 9am-6pm\r\n\r\n<strong><a href=\"http://arizona.competitor.com/expo/participant/\" target=\"_blank\">Expo Location:</a></strong>\r\n\r\nPhoenix Convention Center\r\n\r\n100 N. Third Street\r\n\r\nPhoenix, Az.\r\n\r\n<strong>\r\n</strong>','Arizona ','0','','inherit','open','open','','731-revision','','','2009-12-23 08:12:25','2009-12-23 08:12:25','','731','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=732','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('630','3','2009-12-16 06:23:16','2009-12-16 06:23:16','[caption id=\"attachment_582\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Las Vegas Rescue Mission\"]<a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-582\" title=\"Las Vegas Mission\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3667-300x174.jpg\" alt=\"Las Vegas Rescue Mission\" width=\"300\" height=\"174\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nLas Vegas is a lot like Hollywood; many people travel there to make it big only to end up on the streets.  Money surrounds and sustains both cities while those that were once dreamers now become survivors who find themselves without food, shelter or clothes.   The <a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Las Vegas Rescue Mission </a> and operations manager, Randal Salinas, are working hard to give relief and hope to those who come through their doors.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_583\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Randal Salinas / Operations Manager\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-583\" title=\"dsc_3665\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3665-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"Randal Salinas / Operations Manager\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nTo give you an idea of what the mission is up against and what they are doing to make a difference here are some incredible statistics for the month of October.  Randal anticipates these numbers to increase as the winter months approach.\r\n\r\nMeals Served in October : 26,846\r\n\r\nNumber of Beds for Shelter of Hope : 674\r\n\r\nNumber of Beds for Mens Dorm: 1,290\r\n\r\nNumber of Emergency Shelter Beds : 1,964\r\n\r\nNumber of Emergency Shelter Beds for Kids : 45\r\n\r\nRandal and I spent about an hour together and it was obvious that his heart is committed to making a difference.  Once a contractor who built homes he now works on building lives and creating a foundation that is sure to withstand any element it encounters. We talked about the needs of their organization and the 3 basic needs are always in demand; food, shelter and clothes.  He made it clear to me that the shoes we collect will definitely be used and appreciated.  Many families find themselves having to decide the best way to spend what little money they have and with winter approaching, clothes are a main focus.  <img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-585\" title=\"dsc_3672\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3672-300x171.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3672\" width=\"300\" height=\"171\" />\r\n\r\nGive Your Sole is grateful to team up with Randal and the Mission to be the recipients of all the shoes that will be donated at our upcoming event .  So wether you are a resident of Las Vegas or traveling to the city, make sure to bring your moderately worn shoes to us at the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> event on Saturday December 5th.\r\n\r\nHelp us provide some relief this winter for these people and donate your shoes.  Maybe, just maybe, it will distract them enough from their worry to allow them to dream again.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-589\" title=\"dsc_3663\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3663-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3663\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />','Las Vegas Rescue Mission','0','','inherit','open','open','','581-autosave','','','2009-12-16 06:23:16','2009-12-16 06:23:16','','581','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=630','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('631','3','2009-11-29 19:58:04','2009-11-29 19:58:04','[caption id=\"attachment_582\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Las Vegas Rescue Mission\"]<a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-582\" title=\"Las Vegas Mission\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3667-300x174.jpg\" alt=\"Las Vegas Rescue Mission\" width=\"300\" height=\"174\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nLas Vegas is a lot like Hollywood; many people travel there to make it big only to end up on the streets.  Money surrounds and sustains both cities while those that were once dreamers now become survivors who find themselves without food, shelter or clothes.   The <a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Las Vegas Rescue Mission </a> and operations manager, Randal Salinas, are working hard to give relief and hope to those who come through their doors.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_583\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Randal Salinas / Operations Manager\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-583\" title=\"dsc_3665\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3665-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"Randal Salinas / Operations Manager\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nTo give you an idea of what the mission is up against and what they are doing to make a difference here are some incredible statistics for the month of October.  Randal anticipates these numbers to increase as the winter months approach.\r\n\r\nMeals Served in October : 26,846\r\n\r\nNumber of Beds for Shelter of Hope : 674\r\n\r\nNumber of Beds for Mens Dorm: 1,290\r\n\r\nNumber of Emergency Shelter Beds : 1,964\r\n\r\nNumber of Emergency Shelter Beds for Kids : 45\r\n\r\nRandal and I spent about an hour together and it was obvious that his heart is committed to making a difference.  Once a contractor who built homes he now works on building lives and creating a foundation that is sure to withstand any element it encounters. We talked about the needs of their organization and the 3 basic needs are always in demand; food, shelter and clothes.  He made it clear to me that the shoes we collect will definitely be used and appreciated.  Many families find themselves having to decide the best way to spend what little money they have and with winter approaching, clothes are a main focus.  <img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-585\" title=\"dsc_3672\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3672-300x171.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3672\" width=\"300\" height=\"171\" />\r\n\r\nGive Your Sole is grateful to team up with Randal and the Mission to be the recipients of all the shoes that will be donated at our upcoming event .  So wether you are a resident of Las Vegas or traveling to the city, make sure to bring your moderately worn shoes to us at the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> event on Saturday December 5th.\r\n\r\nHelp us provide some relief this winter for these people and donate your shoes.  Maybe, just maybe, it will distract them enough from their worry to allow them to dream again.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-589\" title=\"dsc_3663\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3663-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3663\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />','Las Vegas Rescue Mission','0','','inherit','open','open','','581-revision-14','','','2009-11-29 19:58:04','2009-11-29 19:58:04','','581','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=631','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('632','3','2009-11-28 16:59:11','2009-11-28 16:59:11','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.redrockrunningcompany.com/?gclid=CI7My-2Orp4CFRlcagodyVQLkQ\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-575\" title=\"singlet-design-4-copy\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//singlet-design-4-copy-250x300.jpg\" alt=\"singlet-design-4-copy\" width=\"250\" height=\"300\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.redrockrunningcompany.com/?gclid=CI7My-2Orp4CFRlcagodyVQLkQ\" target=\"_blank\">Red Rock Running Company</a> has offered to help Give Your Sole by collecting shoes at their store located on West Cheyenne.  Give Your Sole is working together with them leading up to the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> when Give Your Sole will donate all the shoes collected to the <a href=\"http://www.vegasrescue.org/\" target=\"_blank\">Las Vegas Rescue Mission</a>.  The Red Rock Running Company is one of the only running specialty stores in Las Vegas.  They have the most experienced staff who will make sure to fit you with the best shoe for your feet.  From apparel to nutritional products, Red Rock Running Company has everything you need to make your running experience more enjoyable.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Thank you Red Rock Running Company for offering to help us gather as many shoes possible to help those in need.</p>','Red Rock Running Company helps out','0','','inherit','open','open','','574-revision-6','','','2009-11-28 16:59:11','2009-11-28 16:59:11','','574','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=632','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('633','3','2009-12-16 10:47:03','2009-12-16 10:47:03','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"></p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_668\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Sunrise Over Lake Michigan\"]<img class=\"size-full wp-image-668\" title=\"Sunrise\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x1991.jpg\" alt=\"Sunrise Over Lake Michigan\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe dictionary describes the word \'thankful\' as being pleased and relieved.  To be honest I never really thought of being \'thankful\' as a form of relief.  At times we take for granted the things we have until a holiday like Thanksgiving comes along and makes us take a break from our busy lives to really think about what it is in our lives that give us \'relief\'.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For me, there are many things that give me relief.  My wife gives me relief from a life of being alone and without love. My kids give me relief from a life without pure joy.  God gives me relief from a life without unconditional love.  My job gives me relief from a life without the means to provide for the ones I love.  My health gives me relief to experience the outdoors and everyday tasks that get me through the day.  The service men and women who do all they can to protect this great nation give me relief from a life of worry.  My mom and dad give me relief from a life without support should my world come crumbling down.  My friends give me relief from not having people around to share in my goals and journeys.  The list could go on and on...</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The only problem with experiencing such great relief is that with it comes the realization that 3 million people across this nation can\'t say the same for their lives.  While I say a prayer of thanks for all I have been given relief from, I will also say a prayer for those who are struggling to find food, shelter and most of all love.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For if we can find love, we find hope and if we can find hope, we find relief.</p>','Happy \'Relief\'giving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-autosave','','','2009-12-16 10:47:03','2009-12-16 10:47:03','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=633','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('634','3','2009-11-26 19:02:50','2009-11-26 19:02:50','[caption id=\"attachment_548\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Sunrise over Lake Michigan\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-548\" title=\"dsc_3426\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3426\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The dictionary describes the word \'thankful\' as being pleased and relieved.  To be honest I never really thought of being \'thankful\' as a form of relief.  At times we take for granted the things we have until a holiday like Thanksgiving comes along and makes us take a break from our busy lives to really think about what it is in our lives that give us \'relief\'.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For me, there are many things that give me relief.  My wife gives me relief from a life of being alone and without love. My kids give me relief from a life without pure joy.  God gives me relief from a life without unconditional love.  My job gives me relief from a life without the means to provide for the ones I love.  My health gives me relief to experience the outdoors and everyday tasks that get me through the day.  The service men and women who do all they can to protect this great nation give me relief from a life of worry.  My mom and dad give me relief from a life without support should my world come crumbling down.  My friends give me relief from not having people around to share in my goals and journeys.  The list could go on and on...</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The only problem with experiencing such great relief is that with it comes the realization that 3 million people across this nation can\'t say the same for their lives.  While I say a prayer of thanks for all I have been given relief from, I will also say a prayer for those who are struggling to find food, shelter and most of all love.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For if we can find love, we find hope and if we can find hope, we find relief.</p>','Happy \'Relief\'giving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-26','','','2009-11-26 19:02:50','2009-11-26 19:02:50','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=634','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('635','3','2009-11-22 01:07:28','2009-11-22 01:07:28','[caption id=\"attachment_532\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"129\" caption=\"Tom Wicus / Director of East Coast Operations and Sole Giver!\"]<img class=\"size-full wp-image-532 \" title=\"picture-42\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//picture-42.png\" alt=\"Tom Wicus / Director of East Operations\" width=\"129\" height=\"243\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nThere are some friends in life that we meet and remain in contact with for life.  Tom is one of those friends.  Tom and I met in the hospitality industry back in 1994 working for T.G.I.Fridays of all places.  That\'s right!  We had the \"flare\" and all the buttons to prove it.  Not something I feel too confident bragging about, but part of our history nonetheless.\r\n\r\nBeing from Chicago makes Tom a huge Chicago Cubs fan which should tell you something about his spirit and work ethic; he\'s empathetic and doesn\'t give up if he puts his mind to something.   Tom had a personal goal and began working in the fashion industry where he spent time in Miami, Chicago and eventually decided to reside in New York City.  I know what you\'re thinking; how can a guy call himself a Cubs fan and live in New York!  I\'m still trying to figure that one out myself....\r\n\r\nTom spends his days writing for various sources in New York City and finds inspiration in people who surround him.  He has also had a continuous enthusiasm for fitness, humanity and most importantly making a difference, which is the reason Tom has decided to join Give Your Sole.  Residing in New York makes him perfect to head up operations for the East Coast.\r\n\r\nI am extremely excited to be working with Tom again.  His passion and drive is contagious and inspiring to say the least.  I know having him on board will help grow Give Your Sole and reach many more people who need help.\r\n\r\nWho would have ever thought that by becoming friends back in 1994 we would end up working together to grow a great non-profit named Give Your Sole.  I guess Abraham Lincoln said it best, \'If you are to win a man to your cause first make him your friend\'.','Welcome Aboard Tom!','0','','inherit','open','open','','530-revision-11','','','2009-11-22 01:07:28','2009-11-22 01:07:28','','530','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=635','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('636','3','2009-11-05 02:48:49','2009-11-05 02:48:49','<a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-505\" title=\"Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//picture-13-300x176.png\" alt=\"Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas\" width=\"300\" height=\"176\" /></a>Give Your Sole is excited to have the opportunity to be attending another great event put on by the <a href=\"http://runrocknroll.competitor.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Rock \'n\' Roll Marathon series and Competitor Group</a>. On Saturday December 5th 2009, Give Your Sole will be at the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> event to collect moderately worn tennis shoes, running shoes and sneakers not only from the kids but the parents and spectators as well. Mens, women\'s and children\'s shoes will be accepted. This promises to be a day filled with fun for the whole family.  Not only will this event motivate children to live a healthy lifestyle but also learn about giving back to their community.  Join us Saturday as we collect shoes from 8am until 11am at the <a href=\"http://unlvrebels.cstv.com/travel/driving/unlv-travel-driving.html\" target=\"_blank\">UNLV Track Facility</a>. All the shoes that get collected will be donated to those less fortunate at the Las Vegas Rescue Mission.\r\n\r\nSo wether you are running the full marathon or half marathon on Sunday the 6th make sure to get by the UNLV Track Facility on Saturday and cheer on the kids and donate all your old running shoes. Hope to see you there!','Next Stop, Vegas!','0','','inherit','open','open','','504-revision-10','','','2009-11-05 02:48:49','2009-11-05 02:48:49','','504','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=636','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('637','3','2009-10-27 15:14:05','2009-10-27 15:14:05','<img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-488\" title=\"picture-81\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//picture-81.png\" alt=\"picture-81\" width=\"269\" height=\"54\" />\r\n\r\nAs a person who is trying to get a non-profit off the ground I cannot help but to keep returning to this organization and finding inspiration.  For that reason I feel the need to share <strong><a href=\"http://www.charitywater.org/\" target=\"_blank\">charity: water</a></strong> with those of you that have been so wonderful in supporting Give Your Sole.  In this day of economic turmoil it is easy for people to find reasons not to donate money to a cause.  One look at <a href=\"http://www.charitywater.org/projects/fromthefield/kenya.php\" target=\"_blank\">this</a> and you will think again.  You might ask yourself why am I promoting another non-profit when I am trying to get Give Your Sole off the ground. The answer is really quite simple, for a couple reasons.  Those that do good work, incredible work, need to be recognized for it and rewarded for the time, effort and sacrifice they have given to further their cause.  Another reason is the more people that know about this organization the more lives it will change and hopefully save, pure and simple.\r\n\r\nAs I work to raise money for Give Your Sole I begin to understand the incredible accomplishments and obstacles that <strong>charity: water</strong> has overcome to get where they are.  Even though they are an established successful non-profit organization it doesn\'t mean that their work is done by any means.  It is estimated that 1.1 billion people on the planet don\'t have access to safe, clean drinking <a href=\"http://www.charitywater.org/whywater/index.php\" target=\"_blank\">water</a>.\r\n\r\nPeople will always be in need of food, water, shelter and clothes.  I encourage you to see what <strong>charity: water</strong> is doing and how you can make a difference.  I guarantee your water will taste different after donating to such a great cause.','charity: water','0','','inherit','open','open','','487-revision-16','','','2009-10-27 15:14:05','2009-10-27 15:14:05','','487','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=637','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('638','3','2009-10-12 18:35:33','2009-10-12 18:35:33','I woke up today at 3:00 AM along with my volunteers, also known as Mom, Dad and Mac, my older son who you might remember from a previous post about what happened at the Chicago Rock \'n\' Roll Half Marathon. We all awoke from a short nights rest, ready to go to Charity Village as soon as we could in hopes of getting our booth set up at the Team World Vision tent. As I took the onramp onto Lake Shore Drive I noticed a couple people sleeping in the park on the west side of Lake Shore Drive under a blanket.  A blanket which I\'m sure did nothing to keep them warm in the 32 degree weather.  Mac and I looked at each other and said to one another that they were the exact reason we were up before most of the population in the city on a Sunday morning.\r\n\r\nSidestepping all the mud in Charity Village from the previous days rainfall we made our way to the Team World Vision tent and began to set up. At about 6:30 AM the runners for Team World Vision gathered and began to overtake us with the 386 pairs of moderately worn shoes they had no more use for.  From there they proceeded to the start line for the 2009 Bank of America Chicago Marathon.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_452\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"The Reason \"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-452\" title=\"man with shoes\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3613-300x252.jpg\" alt=\"The Reason \" width=\"300\" height=\"252\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nLittle did one of them know that their pair of shoes were about to become the reason that Give Your Sole exists.  A gentleman came walking through Charity Village and we soon realized the significance of that name.  He was obviously a man without a home or a good pair of shoes and asked what we were doing.  We explained to him that we were collecting shoes for people in need and from that point on our mission statement became a moment of action.  My number one supporter all my life, Mom, and now volunteer, sat him down and dug through the trash bags of shoes until he set his eyes on a nice pair of red and white Nikes. Off came his black tennis shoes that weighed him down and on went the lighter pair, a pair of shoes that he was incredibly grateful to have.  The smile on his face confirmed they fit and that he was pleased with the exchange.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_453\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"208\" caption=\"A perfect fit\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-453\" title=\"dsc_3619\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3619-208x300.jpg\" alt=\"A perfect fit\" width=\"208\" height=\"300\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nIt was obvious to Mom, Dad, Mac and I that the Good Lord put us in the position to help this man who had to walk through thousands of people to reach Charity Village and find our booth.  Not only that, but think about how many miles this man has walked and how many miles this pair of shoes has seen only to come together at that moment.\r\n\r\nI\'m sure I\'ll never see him again but I know that every time I see a red and white pair of Nikes I will also see this man and realize that he is what made this pair special.','The Reason','0','','inherit','open','open','','451-revision-34','','','2009-10-12 18:35:33','2009-10-12 18:35:33','','451','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=638','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('639','3','2009-10-09 19:46:50','2009-10-09 19:46:50','<img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-443\" title=\"Just a few of the 500 donated.\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3568-274x300.jpg\" alt=\"Just a few of the 500 donated.\" width=\"274\" height=\"300\" />I\'d never been to San Jose California until this event and let me tell you, it\'s a GREAT city!  After driving with my neighbor/volunteer, Steve Bailey, up north we finally pulled into San Jose ready to dump our gear at the expo location in hopes of having a great turnout the next day.  Not sure what to expect since this event had fewer runners enrolled, 11,800 or so, considerably less than the past two events we attended, we started Friday anticipating a low turnout at the expo. We had a pleasant surprise when we took in over 100 pairs the first day.  Then Saturday rolled around and the crowd was even bigger with many of the runners telling us they would donate on race day.  Sure enough they did and the final tally came to a little over 500 pairs!  The most ever for us at an event.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_444\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Brian McCullogh from Sacred Heart Community Service\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-444\" title=\"Brian McCullogh from Sacred Heart Community Service\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3565-300x223.jpg\" alt=\"Brian McCullogh from Sacred Heart Community Service\" width=\"300\" height=\"223\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe people of San Jose really came through and Sacred Heart Community Service was happy to get all the shoes that were donated.  I met up with Brian from Sacred Heart Community Service prior to the event taking place and informed him that we were hoping for around 350 pairs or so.  I think he was a bit surprised when he showed up for the shoes and we filled his minivan...TWICE! Here Brian is standing next to a rack of what they call \"Survival Sacks\".  Sacred Heart prepares these sacks to hand out to those less fortunate that come through their facility each day.  They consist of toiletries, food and basic essentials that you and I take for granted.  They also have child care, give away all the clothes for free and help people get ready for employment.  Quite an incredible facility to say the least.\r\n\r\nWe wrapped up the event Sunday afternoon and me and my 3 volunteers/friends began the 7 hour drive back down south to Orange County.  The whole way we talked about all the people we met and how much we enjoyed the city. If you ever get out to Northern California make it a point to stop in San Jose.  I can tell you one thing, the people there are giving.','500 Pairs in San Jose','0','','inherit','open','open','','442-revision-6','','','2009-10-09 19:46:50','2009-10-09 19:46:50','','442','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=639','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('640','3','2009-09-28 05:16:59','2009-09-28 05:16:59','[caption id=\"attachment_431\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Head on over to Sports Basement \"]<a href=\"http://www.sportsbasement.com/\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-431 \" title=\"Sports Basement\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//picture-11-300x157.png\" alt=\"Head on over to the Sports Basement \" width=\"300\" height=\"157\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nGive Your Sole is excited to be able to offer a 10% off discount coupon (while supplies last) on your next purchase at Sports Basement.  Since opening their first warehouse store in 1998, Sports Basement has grown to four huge stores covering the San Francisco Bay area. You can find every kind of apparel, shoes or gear for camping, running, biking and MORE!  Not only do they have all the gear you can imagine but they also have comfy couches where you can enjoy a latte while you take a break from shopping.  All you have to do to get your 10% off discount coupon is donate a pair of your moderately worn athletic shoes to Give Your Sole at the San Jose Rock \'n\' Roll Health Expo or at our booth at the finish line on race day.  All the shoes collected will be donated to Sacred Heart Community Center in San Jose to help those in need.  The event takes place in San Jose October 2nd-4th.  See you there!','Get your discount to Sports Basement','0','','inherit','open','open','','430-revision-6','','','2009-09-28 05:16:59','2009-09-28 05:16:59','','430','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=640','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('641','3','2009-09-22 07:02:15','2009-09-22 07:02:15','[caption id=\"attachment_415\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Sacred Heart Community Service Center in San Jose, CA.\"]<a href=\"http://www.sacredheartcommunityservice.org/about/index.html\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-415  \" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//picture-27-300x227.png\" alt=\"Sacred Hearts Community Service Center in San Jose, CA.\" width=\"300\" height=\"227\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe Sacred Heart Community Service mission is to change lives and impact poverty by providing essential services, offering tools for self-sufficiency, and ministering with dignity, compassion and respect. We engage the community and inspire volunteers to love, serve and share.\r\n\r\nGive Your Sole hopes to help them achieve their mission by donating all the shoes we collect at the upcoming San Jose Rock \'n\' Roll Half Marathon October 2nd-4th to their Clothes Closet.  The Clothes Closet helps provide shoes, clothes and blankets to over 300 people in need that come through on a daily basis.  The great thing about it is, it\'s all FREE to those that need it.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_424\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Sacred Heart Community Service Clothes Closet\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-424\" title=\"picture-26\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//picture-26-300x222.png\" alt=\"Sacred Heart Community Service Clothes Closet\" width=\"300\" height=\"222\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nNorthern California is a beautiful place to live and experience however to those in need who are struggling and don\'t have a home or clothes it\'s just another place of survival.  Winter is around the corner and it has been known to get pretty cold in this area. Be a part of our goal to help make sure those in need have shoes on their feet, hopefully eliminating one less thing for them to worry about.\r\n\r\nWe will be collecting shoes at the expo taking place at San Jose McEnery Convention Center located at 150 W. San Carlos Street. The Expo hours are Friday, October 2: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. and Saturday, October 3: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.  We will also be collecting shoes at the finish line right off your feet .  Those of you who donate the shoes you run in on RACE DAY ONLY will receive a free pair of Give Your Sole flip-flops (while supplies last) so you won\'t go away barefoot.\r\n\r\nFor more information on the expo visit; <a title=\"San Jose Rock \'n\' Roll Health and Fitness Expo\" href=\"http://san-jose.competitor.com/expo/participant/\" target=\"_blank\">#mce_temp_url#</a>. For more information on Sacred Heart Community Service and how you can be a volunteer visit; <a href=\"http://www.sacredheartcommunityservice.org/nflash.html\" target=\"_blank\">#mce_temp_url#</a>.','Sacred Heart teams up with Give Your Sole','0','','inherit','open','open','','414-revision-13','','','2009-09-22 07:02:15','2009-09-22 07:02:15','','414','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=641','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('642','3','2009-08-26 17:42:30','2009-08-26 17:42:30','[caption id=\"attachment_400\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"224\" caption=\"My Little giver\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-400\" title=\"dsc_35521\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_35521-224x300.jpg\" alt=\"My Little giver\" width=\"224\" height=\"300\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nTrain a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it. Proverbs 22:6\r\n\r\nEvery parents learns pretty quick that their actions influence their children rather early in their young lives. Before you know it, a \"mini\" version of yourself takes form right before your eyes.  At many times that smaller version of yourself is often more recognizable to others than what you might see. This just goes to prove that as parents we really need to be careful not only about what we say but more importantly about everything we do.\r\n\r\nThere is a great saying that goes something along the lines of  \"Would you be behaving this way if you knew your mother was watching?\" As a parent we need to ask ourselves, \"Would we be behaving this way if we knew our kids were watching?\" Much easier said than done; trust me, I know. I\'ve had many days when the way I acted should not be seen by anybody, let alone my children. The good thing is these times also made me realize what it means to be responsible and how to accept the joy in what can sometimes be considered a \"dull\" lifestyle.\r\n\r\nWhen I started Give Your Sole I was in hopes my kids would get involved.  I knew my 15 year old was old enough to understand it and the importance of what we were doing, my 5 year old on the other hand, I was not so sure about. Until...he came home from being out all day with his mom shopping for school clothes.  He came running inside excited to announce to me that he had bought some new shoes and now he could give his old ones to Give Your Sole. Wow! Talk about a great moment for a parent. My little giver was taking shape; not in the form of me as his father but as what God intended for each of us to be; givers to those in need.','Little Givers','0','','inherit','open','open','','397-revision-12','','','2009-08-26 17:42:30','2009-08-26 17:42:30','','397','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=642','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('643','3','2009-08-04 12:59:55','2009-08-04 12:59:55','[caption id=\"attachment_374\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"279\" caption=\"Me with my son, Mac\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-374 \" title=\"dsc_35452\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_35452-279x300.jpg\" alt=\"Me with my son, Mac\" width=\"279\" height=\"300\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nWhen I arrived in Chicago, a city I look forward to visiting every time I come, I knew that the Chicago Rock \'n\' Roll Half Marathon was going to be an exciting event for Give Your Sole.  Little did I know what a truly amazing experience it would turn out to be.  It all started on Friday at the Health and Fitness Expo just like any other race.  Fridays are known to be a bit slower because people have to work and figure they still have Saturday to pick up their race packets. We still took in 97 pairs which is a good amount of shoes.  Saturday rolled around and the crowd grew in size and we ended up collecting 150 pairs. The rest of those who came by the booth said they would donate their shoes Sunday after the race to get their free flop-flops. They did, 234 of them!\r\n\r\nSunday is where things got a little crazy. I had my 15 year old son Mac with me, along with my mom, dad and brother, all weekend helping out at the booth. Mac did an incredible job talking with people like he\'d been doing this for years. He never hesitated in telling people about what we were doing.  I now understand what true joy is because I felt it from the tip of my toes to the top of my head standing in awe as my once little boy now stood before me talking with people, recruiting people to make a difference.  He stood there for hours on end Friday and Saturday until he was exhausted.\r\n\r\nSunday morning rolls around and as many of you know it was an early morning, especially for a 15 year old.  We all got up and headed to the race but ended up having to park about a mile and half away causing us to be late getting to our booth.  Mac decided to take off running to get to the booth and get things ready for the day.  About an hour or so later Mac became dizzy and a migraine set in.  From that point on he crashed, hard and fast.  As the runners began to finish I decided he needed to get over to the medic tent and so off we went.  Within the 10 minutes of arriving in the tent he lost feeling in his face and left arm; completely numb and he could not squeeze my hand. Of course this made him nervous resulting in some hyperventilation. The wonderful medics that were helping Mac decided it was best to get him transported and so off we went.  Next stop; the hospital. I ran back to the Give Your Sole tent to give the news to Mom and Dad and when I came to the booth what I saw was truly amazing.  Shoes EVERYWHERE!  Mom and Dad were buried in shoes up to their eyeballs. Thank goodness my brother had made it to help out. Three to Four people deep waiting in line, bare foot, holding their shoes ready for donation. It was working.  All of our work and much of Macs had paid off.  The people at MorningStar Rescue Mission who needed shoes would not be let down.\r\n\r\nSirens blaring and weaving through traffic we arrived at the hospital.  I don\'t care who you are, if you have to be in a hospital it can get scary, especially if you are the one being worked on. It was no different for Mac. My son was now going to get the full treatment; blood test, I.V. and CAT Scan; all of which were not anywhere on his list of things to do today.  At this point I began to see there was a bigger plan for Mac and I today.  If you haven\'t figured it out by now, I\'m divorced from Mac\'s mom and even though Mac and I have remained in contact and have seen each other pretty much on a regular basis since he was little we never have really gone through something like this together; and hopefully never will again.  Looking into his eyes he was scared and confused but he also knew I was there for him.  After hours of waiting, the usual protocol for hospitals, everything came back clear.  Diagnosis; the migraine was brought on by dehydration resulting in his body falling to pieces.\r\n\r\nFour things happened this weekend. First, Mac was there for me to help grow Give Your Sole.  Second, I was there for Mac when he needed me. Third, the Lord was there for both of us. Fourth, the runners, 481 of them who donated their shoes were there for those in need at the MorningStar Rescue Mission.\r\n\r\nThank you to everyone for the support and making this an event where Give Your Sole grew, memories were made and love was strengthened.','Success in Chicago in more ways than expected','0','','inherit','open','open','','371-revision-16','','','2009-08-04 12:59:55','2009-08-04 12:59:55','','371','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=643','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('644','3','2009-07-31 04:29:08','2009-07-31 04:29:08','It is the night before we start collecting shoes at the Health and Fitness Expo for the Chicago Rock \'n\' Roll Half Marathon and my anticipation is at an all-time high. I have been in the great city of Chicago for the last two months preparing for what is about to take place over the course of the next 3 days. All the meetings, all the social networking, all the praying, all the support from friends, family and those unseen and never met comes down to what lies ahead. Preparation is the work that takes place so that Faith can take action.\r\n\r\nFrom this point forward what happens will be what the Lord has planned and that is fine by me.','The night before...','0','','inherit','open','open','','366-revision-5','','','2009-07-31 04:29:08','2009-07-31 04:29:08','','366','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=644','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('645','3','2009-07-28 15:41:24','2009-07-28 15:41:24','<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-360 alignright\" title=\"sleep\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//sleep-300x173.jpg\" alt=\"sleep\" width=\"300\" height=\"173\" />When you set out on a run are you running to get in shape?  Is the run for <em>yourself</em>?  Do you only have one goal in mind; to lose weight, to get ready for a High School Reunion, to be in better shape than the other people at the office?  Don\'t get me wrong; these are all legitimate reasons.  However, the run sometimes has to be more than just about yourself.\r\n\r\nNext time you go out for a run take some extra cash and be ready to hand it to someone in need or run by a cafe and buy a danish to give someone on the street. We all know that \"Tragedy\" is a repetitive theme in the news, so read the morning paper or news online and find a story that you can devote some thought and prayer to during your run. This will make the run more meaningful as opposed to just \"another run you have to do today\", and hopefully it will get you thinking about ways you can make a difference.   Before you know it, your run will be over and with your heart rate up you will be ready to serve.\r\n\r\nSo next time you lace up your shoes, decide if you are going to run for yourself or run for a reason...or both.','Run for a Reason','0','','inherit','open','open','','359-revision-5','','','2009-07-28 15:41:24','2009-07-28 15:41:24','','359','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=645','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('646','3','2009-07-20 17:10:49','2009-07-20 17:10:49','<img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-355\" title=\"RNR Chicago\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//picture-8-300x109.png\" alt=\"RNR Chicago\" width=\"300\" height=\"109\" />\r\n\r\nOur goal is to collect <strong>1,000 Pairs and $1,000 </strong>at the Chicago Rock \'n\' Roll Half Marathon 11 days from now!  We are asking those who donate their shoes to also donate $1 to Give Your Sole.  The money will go to help grow Give Your Sole and attend more race events throughout the coming year.  We will be at booth #125 at McCormick Place, Hall C on July 31st and August 2nd.  We will also be collecting shoes off of peoples feet at the finish line. Donate your race day shoes and receive a free pair of Give Your Sole flip-flops, (race runners on race day ONLY will receive the flip-flops) See you there!','Help donate 1,000 Pairs!','0','','inherit','open','open','','351-revision-5','','','2009-07-20 17:10:49','2009-07-20 17:10:49','','351','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=646','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('647','3','2009-06-29 03:16:51','2009-06-29 03:16:51','[caption id=\"attachment_335\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Terri Micetich and myself (click picture to be directed to MorningStar Mission website)\"]<a href=\"http://www.morningstarmission.org/\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-335   \" title=\"dsc_3248\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/dsc_3248-300x160.jpg\" alt=\"dsc_3248\" width=\"300\" height=\"160\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n Today I visited the MorningStar Mission who will be the recipient of all the shoes we collect at the Chicago Rock \'n\' Roll Half Marathon August 2nd.  Without this mission, many people would not have a place to escape the cold of Chicago. Not many people would have a sanctuary where they can keep their kids safe. Not many people would have the opportunity to get back on their feet.  Not many people would be able to have a nice meal.  In 2007 the mission served 135,327 meals.  I was told that since the economy has taken a turn for the worst the amount of meals served has gone up 50%!  You do the math.\r\n\r\nTerri Micetich, Director of Development, at MorningStar Mission gave me a tour of the mission that tore at the heartstrings to say the least.  First of all, if there were not people like Terri and her mother, Marilyn Farmer, who I found out is the towns main caregiver for those in need, Joliet would be at a huge loss. They have committed their lives to making sure EVERYONE gets a fair shake.\r\n\r\nTheir \"Jump On The Bus\" program is one that deserves tremendous attention.  This program is determined to make sure that over 350 children have every school supply they need, everything from pencils to tennis shoes, as they head back to school.  Give Your Sole would like to ask those of you with children to  really help out and donate those shoes.  These kids are no different in the sense that they outgrow shoes incredibly fast.  The difference is, they don\'t have the means to go out and buy new ones.  With your help, we can alleviate the worry and stress of their parents having to find them new shoes.\r\n\r\nToday I had dinner in \"MY\" own house.  Today I went to bed in \"MY\" own bed.  Tomorrow I will wake up and make \"MY\" breakfast.  There are far too many people in this nation that cannot say the same, many of them in Joliet Illinois.  I encourage everyone who attends this years Chicago Rock \'n\' Roll Half Marathon to donate your shoes to Give Your Sole so we can get them to the men, women and children at MorningStar Mission who can really use them.\r\n\r\nThank you.','My visit with MorningStar Mission','0','','inherit','open','open','','334-revision-14','','','2009-06-29 03:16:51','2009-06-29 03:16:51','','334','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=647','0','revision','','0');
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INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('649','3','2009-06-13 05:01:33','2009-06-13 05:01:33','<img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-282\" title=\"Brett Byrd\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/me-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Brett Byrd\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" />Dear Supporters, \r\n\r\nA lot has taken place since I started Give Your Sole (GYS) this year.  I can\'t believe the many blessings I\'ve had and the great people that I\'ve met in such a short time of being up and running.  From everyone at Competitor Group who gave me the first opportunity to get the name \"Give Your Sole\" out there in the running community to the two young ladies that flew all the way from New York and brought their shoes with them to donate.  The feedback from everyone I met at the show and meet in passing has been extremely positive.  \r\n\r\nAs GYS awaits the approval or our 501 (c) 3 status I find myself getting more and more excited with each event I attend.  I know we are on the right track to building Give Your Sole into a great non-profit organization that will help many people in need.  During this time in our nation we all face many obstacles and most of them financial.  Give Your Sole is no different.  To be honest, I find it hard at times to ask people for monetary donations because I know the hard work it takes to make money in order to provide for our families.\r\n\r\nOne of the great aspects of Give Your Sole is that you can make a huge difference in someone\'s life by just donating your shoes. The time has come that I need to ask you for more than that.  People keep asking me, \"When are you coming to our city?\"  I want to bring Give Your Sole to New York, Boston, Houston, San Jose, San Francisco, Arizona, New Orleans, Seattle and the list goes on.  \r\n\r\nYour monetary donations are essential in the growth of Give Your Sole.  The money you send will help cover operating costs in order to be able to attend these events and continue to give donated shoes to those in need within your local communities.  Even though we do not have our tax-exempt status quite yet you will still be able to claim your donation.  Include your email with your donation and once we have been granted our 501 (c) 3 status I will email you a letter confirming our approval and a thank you note for your donation. \r\n\r\nPlease click on the above \"Donations\" tab and then on \"Monetary Donations\" to see where to send your support.  I cannot begin to thank all of you who have shown such amazing support to Give Your Sole and our cause.  It is comforting to know that with your help we will continue to make progress and change lives in the process.  I invite you to be a part of our growth and invest in our cause.  \r\n\r\nWith many thanks,\r\n\r\nBrett\r\n\r\n\"To whom much is given, much will be required.\" Luke 12:48','Making progress together....','0','','inherit','open','open','','281-revision-17','','','2009-06-13 05:01:33','2009-06-13 05:01:33','','281','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=649','0','revision','','0');
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INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('698','3','2009-12-16 08:14:47','2009-12-16 08:14:47','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"></p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_668\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Sunrise Over Lake Michigan\"]<img class=\"size-full wp-image-668\" title=\"Sunrise\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3426-300x1991.jpg\" alt=\"Sunrise Over Lake Michigan\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe dictionary describes the word \'thankful\' as being pleased and relieved.  To be honest I never really thought of being \'thankful\' as a form of relief.  At times we take for granted the things we have until a holiday like Thanksgiving comes along and makes us take a break from our busy lives to really think about what it is in our lives that give us \'relief\'.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For me, there are many things that give me relief.  My wife gives me relief from a life of being alone and without love. My kids give me relief from a life without pure joy.  God gives me relief from a life without unconditional love.  My job gives me relief from a life without the means to provide for the ones I love.  My health gives me relief to experience the outdoors and everyday tasks that get me through the day.  The service men and women who do all they can to protect this great nation give me relief from a life of worry.  My mom and dad give me relief from a life without support should my world come crumbling down.  My friends give me relief from not having people around to share in my goals and journeys.  The list could go on and on...</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The only problem with experiencing such great relief is that with it comes the realization that 3 million people across this nation can\'t say the same for their lives.  While I say a prayer of thanks for all I have been given relief from, I will also say a prayer for those who are struggling to find food, shelter and most of all love.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For if we can find love, we find hope and if we can find hope, we find relief.</p>','Happy \'Relief\'giving','0','','inherit','open','open','','547-revision-29','','','2009-12-16 08:14:47','2009-12-16 08:14:47','','547','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=698','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('697','3','2009-12-16 06:31:41','2009-12-16 06:31:41','[caption id=\"attachment_431\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Head on over to Sports Basement \"]<a href=\"http://www.sportsbasement.com/\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-431 \" title=\"Sports Basement\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//picture-11-300x157.png\" alt=\"Head on over to the Sports Basement \" width=\"300\" height=\"157\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nGive Your Sole is excited to be able to offer a 10% off discount coupon (while supplies last) on your next purchase at Sports Basement.  Since opening their first warehouse store in 1998, Sports Basement has grown to four huge stores covering the San Francisco Bay area. You can find every kind of apparel, shoes or gear for camping, running, biking and MORE!  Not only do they have all the gear you can imagine but they also have comfy couches where you can enjoy a latte while you take a break from shopping.  All you have to do to get your 10% off discount coupon is donate a pair of your moderately worn athletic shoes to Give Your Sole at the San Jose Rock \'n\' Roll Health Expo or at our booth at the finish line on race day.  All the shoes collected will be donated to Sacred Heart Community Center in San Jose to help those in need.  The event takes place in San Jose October 2nd-4th.  See you there!','Get your discount to Sports Basement','0','','inherit','open','open','','430-revision-7','','','2009-12-16 06:31:41','2009-12-16 06:31:41','','430','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=697','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('696','3','2009-12-16 06:31:32','2009-12-16 06:31:32','<img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-443\" title=\"Just a few of the 500 donated.\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3568-274x300.jpg\" alt=\"Just a few of the 500 donated.\" width=\"274\" height=\"300\" />I\'d never been to San Jose California until this event and let me tell you, it\'s a GREAT city!  After driving with my neighbor/volunteer, Steve Bailey, up north we finally pulled into San Jose ready to dump our gear at the expo location in hopes of having a great turnout the next day.  Not sure what to expect since this event had fewer runners enrolled, 11,800 or so, considerably less than the past two events we attended, we started Friday anticipating a low turnout at the expo. We had a pleasant surprise when we took in over 100 pairs the first day.  Then Saturday rolled around and the crowd was even bigger with many of the runners telling us they would donate on race day.  Sure enough they did and the final tally came to a little over 500 pairs!  The most ever for us at an event.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_444\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Brian McCullogh from Sacred Heart Community Service\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-444\" title=\"Brian McCullogh from Sacred Heart Community Service\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3565-300x223.jpg\" alt=\"Brian McCullogh from Sacred Heart Community Service\" width=\"300\" height=\"223\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe people of San Jose really came through and Sacred Heart Community Service was happy to get all the shoes that were donated.  I met up with Brian from Sacred Heart Community Service prior to the event taking place and informed him that we were hoping for around 350 pairs or so.  I think he was a bit surprised when he showed up for the shoes and we filled his minivan...TWICE! Here Brian is standing next to a rack of what they call \"Survival Sacks\".  Sacred Heart prepares these sacks to hand out to those less fortunate that come through their facility each day.  They consist of toiletries, food and basic essentials that you and I take for granted.  They also have child care, give away all the clothes for free and help people get ready for employment.  Quite an incredible facility to say the least.\r\n\r\nWe wrapped up the event Sunday afternoon and me and my 3 volunteers/friends began the 7 hour drive back down south to Orange County.  The whole way we talked about all the people we met and how much we enjoyed the city. If you ever get out to Northern California make it a point to stop in San Jose.  I can tell you one thing, the people there are giving.','500 Pairs in San Jose','0','','inherit','open','open','','442-revision-7','','','2009-12-16 06:31:32','2009-12-16 06:31:32','','442','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=696','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('695','3','2009-12-16 06:31:17','2009-12-16 06:31:17','I woke up today at 3:00 AM along with my volunteers, also known as Mom, Dad and Mac, my older son who you might remember from a previous post about what happened at the Chicago Rock \'n\' Roll Half Marathon. We all awoke from a short nights rest, ready to go to Charity Village as soon as we could in hopes of getting our booth set up at the Team World Vision tent. As I took the onramp onto Lake Shore Drive I noticed a couple people sleeping in the park on the west side of Lake Shore Drive under a blanket.  A blanket which I\'m sure did nothing to keep them warm in the 32 degree weather.  Mac and I looked at each other and said to one another that they were the exact reason we were up before most of the population in the city on a Sunday morning.\r\n\r\nSidestepping all the mud in Charity Village from the previous days rainfall we made our way to the Team World Vision tent and began to set up. At about 6:30 AM the runners for Team World Vision gathered and began to overtake us with the 386 pairs of moderately worn shoes they had no more use for.  From there they proceeded to the start line for the 2009 Bank of America Chicago Marathon.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_452\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"The Reason \"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-452\" title=\"man with shoes\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3613-300x252.jpg\" alt=\"The Reason \" width=\"300\" height=\"252\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nLittle did one of them know that their pair of shoes were about to become the reason that Give Your Sole exists.  A gentleman came walking through Charity Village and we soon realized the significance of that name.  He was obviously a man without a home or a good pair of shoes and asked what we were doing.  We explained to him that we were collecting shoes for people in need and from that point on our mission statement became a moment of action.  My number one supporter all my life, Mom, and now volunteer, sat him down and dug through the trash bags of shoes until he set his eyes on a nice pair of red and white Nikes. Off came his black tennis shoes that weighed him down and on went the lighter pair, a pair of shoes that he was incredibly grateful to have.  The smile on his face confirmed they fit and that he was pleased with the exchange.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_453\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"208\" caption=\"A perfect fit\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-453\" title=\"dsc_3619\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_3619-208x300.jpg\" alt=\"A perfect fit\" width=\"208\" height=\"300\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nIt was obvious to Mom, Dad, Mac and I that the Good Lord put us in the position to help this man who had to walk through thousands of people to reach Charity Village and find our booth.  Not only that, but think about how many miles this man has walked and how many miles this pair of shoes has seen only to come together at that moment.\r\n\r\nI\'m sure I\'ll never see him again but I know that every time I see a red and white pair of Nikes I will also see this man and realize that he is what made this pair special.','The Reason','0','','inherit','open','open','','451-revision-35','','','2009-12-16 06:31:17','2009-12-16 06:31:17','','451','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=695','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('694','3','2009-12-16 06:31:01','2009-12-16 06:31:01','<img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-488\" title=\"picture-81\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//picture-81.png\" alt=\"picture-81\" width=\"269\" height=\"54\" />\r\n\r\nAs a person who is trying to get a non-profit off the ground I cannot help but to keep returning to this organization and finding inspiration.  For that reason I feel the need to share <strong><a href=\"http://www.charitywater.org/\" target=\"_blank\">charity: water</a></strong> with those of you that have been so wonderful in supporting Give Your Sole.  In this day of economic turmoil it is easy for people to find reasons not to donate money to a cause.  One look at <a href=\"http://www.charitywater.org/projects/fromthefield/kenya.php\" target=\"_blank\">this</a> and you will think again.  You might ask yourself why am I promoting another non-profit when I am trying to get Give Your Sole off the ground. The answer is really quite simple, for a couple reasons.  Those that do good work, incredible work, need to be recognized for it and rewarded for the time, effort and sacrifice they have given to further their cause.  Another reason is the more people that know about this organization the more lives it will change and hopefully save, pure and simple.\r\n\r\nAs I work to raise money for Give Your Sole I begin to understand the incredible accomplishments and obstacles that <strong>charity: water</strong> has overcome to get where they are.  Even though they are an established successful non-profit organization it doesn\'t mean that their work is done by any means.  It is estimated that 1.1 billion people on the planet don\'t have access to safe, clean drinking <a href=\"http://www.charitywater.org/whywater/index.php\" target=\"_blank\">water</a>.\r\n\r\nPeople will always be in need of food, water, shelter and clothes.  I encourage you to see what <strong>charity: water</strong> is doing and how you can make a difference.  I guarantee your water will taste different after donating to such a great cause.','charity: water','0','','inherit','open','open','','487-revision-17','','','2009-12-16 06:31:01','2009-12-16 06:31:01','','487','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=694','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('693','3','2009-12-16 06:30:51','2009-12-16 06:30:51','<a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-505\" title=\"Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//picture-13-300x176.png\" alt=\"Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas\" width=\"300\" height=\"176\" /></a>Give Your Sole is excited to have the opportunity to be attending another great event put on by the <a href=\"http://runrocknroll.competitor.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Rock \'n\' Roll Marathon series and Competitor Group</a>. On Saturday December 5th 2009, Give Your Sole will be at the <a href=\"http://las-vegas.competitor.com/lv-kids/\" target=\"_blank\">Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of Greater Las Vegas</a> event to collect moderately worn tennis shoes, running shoes and sneakers not only from the kids but the parents and spectators as well. Mens, women\'s and children\'s shoes will be accepted. This promises to be a day filled with fun for the whole family.  Not only will this event motivate children to live a healthy lifestyle but also learn about giving back to their community.  Join us Saturday as we collect shoes from 8am until 11am at the <a href=\"http://unlvrebels.cstv.com/travel/driving/unlv-travel-driving.html\" target=\"_blank\">UNLV Track Facility</a>. All the shoes that get collected will be donated to those less fortunate at the Las Vegas Rescue Mission.\r\n\r\nSo wether you are running the full marathon or half marathon on Sunday the 6th make sure to get by the UNLV Track Facility on Saturday and cheer on the kids and donate all your old running shoes. Hope to see you there!','Next Stop, Vegas!','0','','inherit','open','open','','504-revision-11','','','2009-12-16 06:30:51','2009-12-16 06:30:51','','504','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=693','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('692','3','2009-12-16 10:35:23','2009-12-16 10:35:23','[caption id=\"attachment_532\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"129\" caption=\"Tom Wicus / Director of East Coast Operations and Sole Giver!\"]<img class=\"size-full wp-image-532 \" title=\"picture-42\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//picture-42.png\" alt=\"Tom Wicus / Director of East Operations\" width=\"129\" height=\"243\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nThere are some friends in life that we meet and remain in contact with for life.  Tom is one of those friends.  Tom and I met in the hospitality industry back in 1994 working for T.G.I.Fridays of all places.  That\'s right!  We had the \"flare\" and all the buttons to prove it.  Not something I feel too confident bragging about, but part of our history nonetheless.\r\n\r\nBeing from Chicago makes Tom a huge Chicago Cubs fan which should tell you something about his spirit and work ethic; he\'s empathetic and doesn\'t give up if he puts his mind to something.   Tom had a personal goal and began working in the fashion industry where he spent time in Miami, Chicago and eventually decided to reside in New York City.  I know what you\'re thinking; how can a guy call himself a Cubs fan and live in New York!  I\'m still trying to figure that one out myself....\r\n\r\nTom spends his days writing for various sources in New York City and finds inspiration in people who surround him.  He has also had a continuous enthusiasm for fitness, humanity and most importantly making a difference, which is the reason Tom has decided to join Give Your Sole.  Residing in New York makes him perfect to head up operations for the East Coast.\r\n\r\nI am extremely excited to be working with Tom again.  His passion and drive is contagious and inspiring to say the least.  I know having him on board will help grow Give Your Sole and reach many more people who need help.\r\n\r\nWho would have ever thought that by becoming friends back in 1994 we would end up working together to grow a great non-profit named Give Your Sole.  I guess Abraham Lincoln said it best, \'If you are to win a man to your cause first make him your friend\'.','Welcome Aboard Tom!','0','','inherit','open','open','','530-revision-13','','','2009-12-16 10:35:23','2009-12-16 10:35:23','','530','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=692','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('661','3','2009-12-16 07:19:01','2009-12-16 07:19:01','<p class=\"mceTemp mceIEcenter\"></p>\r\n\r\n<dl id=\"attachment_600\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"width: 228px;\"> <dt class=\"wp-caption-dt\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><img class=\" \" title=\"Morgan\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_0015-2-218x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"218\" height=\"300\" /></dt> <dd class=\"wp-caption-dd\"><em>\r\n</em></dd> </dl>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\'Because you are my helper, I sing for joy in the shadow of your wings.\' Psalm 63:7</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">From the look on this little girls face I believe there was some singing going on and joy being felt.  The joy of giving not only brings joy to the recipient but also to the one doing the giving. This picture proves it.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">This little girl walked up to our booth on Saturday at the Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of greater Las Vegas and could not have been more excited to give her shoes.  She could not stop smiling as I talked with her. Being a parent myself I could tell from looking into the eyes of her mother, she could not have been any more proud.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_607\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\" caption=\"The kids having a great time. \"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-607\" title=\"dsc_0004-2\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_0004-2-300x236.jpg\" alt=\"The kids having a great time. \" width=\"300\" height=\"236\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nEven though the morning was really cold, the kids who attended had warm hearts and donated 120 pairs of shoes that all went to the Las Vegas Rescue Mission. As we stood around cheering the kids on in our coats and blankets I knew across town outside the mission people lined the street hoping to get in for warmth.  Many will, many won\'t. Either way, there are those who will go to sleep cold and wake up cold. There are those who will go to sleep hungry and wake up hungry. There are those who will go to sleep lonely and wake up lonely. It\'s one thing to go to sleep, it\'s another to go to \"bed\".\r\n\r\nI encourage you to follow in the footsteps of this little girl this December and go to your local shelter and donate blankets, shoes, socks, jackets, and anything you would want if it were you out in the cold.\r\n\r\nAnd remember, the joy is in the giving.','The pure joy of giving','0','','publish','open','open','','the-pure-joy-of-giving-2','','','2009-12-16 07:25:21','2009-12-16 07:25:21','','0','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=661','0','post','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('662','3','2009-12-16 07:18:23','2009-12-16 07:18:23','[caption id=\"attachment_600\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"218\" caption=\"Her smile says it all\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-600\" title=\"Morgan\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_0015-2-218x300.jpg\" alt=\"Her smile says it all\" width=\"218\" height=\"300\" />[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\'Because you are my helper, I sing for joy in the shadow of your wings.\' Psalm 63:7</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">From the look on this little girls face I believe there was some singing going on and joy being felt.  The joy of giving not only brings joy to the recipient but also to the one doing the giving. This picture proves it.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">This little girl walked up to our booth on Saturday at the Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of greater Las Vegas and could not have been more excited to give her shoes.  She could not stop smiling as I talked with her. Being a parent myself I could tell from looking into the eyes of her mother, she could not have been any more proud.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_607\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\" caption=\"The kids having a great time. \"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-607\" title=\"dsc_0004-2\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_0004-2-300x236.jpg\" alt=\"The kids having a great time. \" width=\"300\" height=\"236\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nEven though the morning was really cold, the kids who attended had warm hearts and donated 120 pairs of shoes that all went to the Las Vegas Rescue Mission. As we stood around cheering the kids on in our coats and blankets I knew across town outside the mission people lined the street hoping to get in for warmth.  Many will, many won\'t. Either way, there are those who will go to sleep cold and wake up cold. There are those who will go to sleep hungry and wake up hungry. There are those who will go to sleep lonely and wake up lonely. It\'s one thing to go to sleep, it\'s another to go to \"bed\".\r\n\r\nI encourage you to follow in the footsteps of this little girl this December and go to your local shelter and donate blankets, shoes, socks, jackets, and anything you would want if it were you out in the cold.\r\n\r\nAnd remember, the joy is in the giving.','The pure joy of giving','0','','inherit','open','open','','661-revision','','','2009-12-16 07:18:23','2009-12-16 07:18:23','','661','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=662','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('663','3','2009-12-16 07:18:37','2009-12-16 07:18:37','[caption id=\"attachment_600\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"218\" caption=\"Her smile says it all\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-600\" title=\"Morgan\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_0015-2-218x300.jpg\" alt=\"Her smile says it all\" width=\"218\" height=\"300\" />[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\'Because you are my helper, I sing for joy in the shadow of your wings.\' Psalm 63:7</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">From the look on this little girls face I believe there was some singing going on and joy being felt.  The joy of giving not only brings joy to the recipient but also to the one doing the giving. This picture proves it.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">This little girl walked up to our booth on Saturday at the Kids Rock Las Vegas presented by McDonalds of greater Las Vegas and could not have been more excited to give her shoes.  She could not stop smiling as I talked with her. Being a parent myself I could tell from looking into the eyes of her mother, she could not have been any more proud.</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_607\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\" caption=\"The kids having a great time. \"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-607\" title=\"dsc_0004-2\" src=\"http://giveyoursole.com/blog/wp-content/uploads//dsc_0004-2-300x236.jpg\" alt=\"The kids having a great time. \" width=\"300\" height=\"236\" />[/caption]\r\n\r\nEven though the morning was really cold, the kids who attended had warm hearts and donated 120 pairs of shoes that all went to the Las Vegas Rescue Mission. As we stood around cheering the kids on in our coats and blankets I knew across town outside the mission people lined the street hoping to get in for warmth.  Many will, many won\'t. Either way, there are those who will go to sleep cold and wake up cold. There are those who will go to sleep hungry and wake up hungry. There are those who will go to sleep lonely and wake up lonely. It\'s one thing to go to sleep, it\'s another to go to \"bed\".\r\n\r\nI encourage you to follow in the footsteps of this little girl this December and go to your local shelter and donate blankets, shoes, socks, jackets, and anything you would want if it were you out in the cold.\r\n\r\nAnd remember, the joy is in the giving.','The pure joy of giving','0','','inherit','open','open','','661-revision-2','','','2009-12-16 07:18:37','2009-12-16 07:18:37','','661','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=663','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('738','16','2009-12-23 18:36:01','2009-12-23 18:36:01','<!-- HIDING BUTTON UNTIL WE ARE READY TO TEST, SHANE DELETE THIS LINE OF CODE AND STUFF COMMENTED BELOW\r\n\r\n<form name=\"PrePage\" method = \"post\" action = \"https://Simplecheckout.authorize.net/payment/CatalogPayment.aspx\">  <input type = \"hidden\" name = \"LinkId\" value =\"27cef8e8-b234-40cc-a159-5d516671620d\" />  <input type = \"image\" src =\"//content.authorize.net/images/donate-gold.gif\" /> </form> \r\n\r\nDELETE THE END COMMENT TAG AS WELL AS THIS TEXT\r\n-->\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><strong>How to make monetary donations:</strong></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">If making donation by check please make payable to:</span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"> </span></span><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"><strong>Give Your Sole</strong></span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Monetary donations are accepted at race events or can be mailed to:</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"><strong>Give Your Sole</strong></span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">11442 Tesota Loop</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Corona, Ca. 92883</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Phone 760.702.2278</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Fax 951.277.9430</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Email: </span><a href=\"mailto:brett@giveyoursole.com\"><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">brett@giveyoursole.com</span></a></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Thank you for your support.</span></span></p>','Monetary Donations','0','','inherit','open','open','','238-revision-4','','','2009-12-23 18:36:01','2009-12-23 18:36:01','','238','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=738','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('739','16','2009-12-23 18:36:13','2009-12-23 18:36:13','<!-- HIDING BUTTON UNTIL WE ARE READY TO TEST, SHANE DELETE THIS LINE OF CODE AND STUFF COMMENTED BELOW\r\n\r\n<form name=\"PrePage\" method = \"post\" action = \"https://Simplecheckout.authorize.net/payment/CatalogPayment.aspx\">  <input type = \"hidden\" name = \"LinkId\" value =\"27cef8e8-b234-40cc-a159-5d516671620d\" />  <input type = \"image\" src =\"//content.authorize.net/images/donate-gold.gif\" /> </form> \r\n\r\nDELETE THE END COMMENT TAG AS WELL AS THIS TEXT -->\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><strong>How to make monetary donations:</strong></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">If making donation by check please make payable to:</span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"> </span></span><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"><strong>Give Your Sole</strong></span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Monetary donations are accepted at race events or can be mailed to:</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"><strong>Give Your Sole</strong></span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">11442 Tesota Loop</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Corona, Ca. 92883</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Phone 760.702.2278</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Fax 951.277.9430</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Email: </span><a href=\"mailto:brett@giveyoursole.com\"><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">brett@giveyoursole.com</span></a></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Thank you for your support.</span></span></p>','Monetary Donations','0','','inherit','open','open','','238-revision-5','','','2009-12-23 18:36:13','2009-12-23 18:36:13','','238','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=739','0','revision','','0');
INSERT INTO `gysblog_posts` VALUES ('740','16','2009-12-23 18:36:28','2009-12-23 18:36:28','<!-- \r\nHIDING BUTTON UNTIL WE ARE READY TO TEST, SHANE DELETE THIS LINE OF CODE AND STUFF COMMENTED BELOW\r\n\r\n<form name=\"PrePage\" method = \"post\" action = \"https://Simplecheckout.authorize.net/payment/CatalogPayment.aspx\">  <input type = \"hidden\" name = \"LinkId\" value =\"27cef8e8-b234-40cc-a159-5d516671620d\" />  <input type = \"image\" src =\"//content.authorize.net/images/donate-gold.gif\" /> </form> \r\n\r\nDELETE THE END COMMENT TAG AS WELL AS THIS TEXT \r\n-->\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><strong>How to make monetary donations:</strong></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">If making donation by check please make payable to:</span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"> </span></span><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"><strong>Give Your Sole</strong></span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Monetary donations are accepted at race events or can be mailed to:</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\"><strong>Give Your Sole</strong></span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">11442 Tesota Loop</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Corona, Ca. 92883</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Phone 760.702.2278</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Fax 951.277.9430</span></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Email: </span><a href=\"mailto:brett@giveyoursole.com\"><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">brett@giveyoursole.com</span></a></span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Thank you for your support.</span></span></p>','Monetary Donations','0','','inherit','open','open','','238-revision-6','','','2009-12-23 18:36:28','2009-12-23 18:36:28','','238','http://giveyoursole.com/blog/?p=740','0','revision','','0');
