Wednesday, June 18, 2008

Courage Classic


The Courage Classic is a bike ride consisting of 157 miles over 3 days on a brutal tour of the Rocky Mountains including 3 mountain peaks.

I'll be honest with you, there is no way I could do the first day's mileage on flat ground but I hope to be ready by July 26th. It is going to take a lot of work and time in the saddle but more importantly it is for a good cause.

The Children's Hospital has been helping kids from across Colorado, the Rocky Mountain region, and the United States heal from illnesses and injuries. Children's is one of the nation's top pediatric research hospitals, trains more pediatricians and pediatric specialists than any other hospital in the region and ensures kids' health issues are in front of our local, state and federal legislators. U.S. News & World Report and CHILD Magazine both rank The Children's Hospital as one of the top 10 pediatric hospitals in the United States.

The Children's Hospital is a not-for-profit organization and relies heavily upon support of donors to achieve its mission. Over the past 19 years, the Courage Classic has raised more than $19.6 million for Children's, thanks to hard-working rider-fundraisers and generous sponsor support.

Help support me reach my goal of raising $325 for The Children's Hospital. To donate please check out my Courage Rider Profile. Stop back often to see how the training is going and an update on the final ride.

Friday, June 06, 2008

I'm going to Graceland



Originally uploaded by olsenis.
"...Graceland. Memphis, Tennessee. I have reason to believe, that we all will be received...in Graceland".


Well not on this trip--but someday. Taking what I thought was my turn to the Airport Courtyard turned into a quick fly by of the King's final resting place. Who wants to join me?


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Thursday, June 05, 2008

Congrats Dr. Lindsey



Originally uploaded by olsenis.
Lindsey graduated from Marquette Dental a few weekends ago. That makes her the 3rd dentist in a family of four. I'm really proud of her!


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Sunday, June 01, 2008

New Car Day in Milwuakee



Originally uploaded by olsenis.
Brad, Bridget, and Gunnar all got new wheels in the last month. I'm still rocking my '99 Jeep--if you're wondering. This is the first photo in a small series.