Inside Fun

Sometime you may get the feeling of just wanting to stay inside. Often we find ourselves not having the money to go out to enjoy our surroundings. So my advice is stay inside for a change. Play some games with family or friends. You could play board games such as; Risk, Life, Clue, Sorry, Trouble or card games like Rummy, Poker, or Uno, or perhaps play Solitaire.

 This past week I went over a friend's house and we played a game. The game is Uno Flash, truthfully I had tons of fun and was quite different. The game was intense with the beat of the sounds playing and hitting your button after playing your card. This isn't no ordinary game of Uno. This electronic version selects who's next in line to play their card. With this game you must stay alert and pay attention to the blinking light because it might be your turn to play.

Have you played any board games or cards lately solo, family, or with friends?

Here is a commercial for Uno Flash:

  

Take a Walk

The past couple of days has been amazing weather and especially with the warm sunshine beating down. I get motivated to go for a nice run or even a walk. A good friend of mine and I decided to get fit and to get active instead of staying home. We've decided to walk in the mornings and also in the evenings. As for now, I use Nike Free Run and my friend has Reebok walking tone. I am always open-minded for trying new shoes to find the ones that fit me the best.

I enjoy walking in different sceneries, such as walking in the park or on a trail, possibly on the track near a school or just simply around my neighborhood.

Recently, I have been searching the internet to look at local 5K races. With that said, we have decided to participate in a 5K (5 kilometers), which is 3.1 miles. This is taking place at Penn State Greater Allegheny and proceeds benefit the Sonshine Community Ministries.

In the past I have always joined Susan G. Koman race for the cure. Susan G. Koman fought with the battle of breast cancer and though she lost the battle, her legacy lives through the work of Susan G. Komen for the Cure®, the organization in her honor.


Both of these events help to raise money, whether it is to benefit a local non-profit organization or to save lives and end breast cancer.

Have you participated in an event to help raise money, or have you been enjoying the great weather?

Here are some useful links:
http://eliterunners.com/?event=ga-5k-runwalk
http://www.komenpittsburgh.org/

I also advise you to check Allie's blog, for if you have any questions with participating in a 5K. Allie also has great tips, from running in different weather to the type of shoes to wear.
http://seeallierun.blogspot.com/

Stay Warm and Have Fun

Recently it has been a bit chilly out. If you are looking for something to do I suggest bowling. It is perfect solution, an inside activity for all to enjoy.  Bowling is not only fun, but it can also be competitive.

This past weekend I went bowling with some friends.We went to Legacy Lanes which is located in Whitehall, PA. The first thing I do is to look for the best bowling ball. I particularly like to find the lightest bowling ball usually around eight or nine pounds. The bowling shoes are not the most attractive but who cares when everyone is wearing the same shoes. We had some laughs about scores and how people bowl. You most certainly don't have to be the best bowler, just have fun and either laugh at yourself or a friend. We had a great time and I look forward to bowl again.

There are many bowling allies around the area and it can be hard to pick the right one. I  have often used the yellow pages to find local bowling allies. It never hurts to call around to get the best price.

Here are some helpful links:
www.yellowpages.com
http://www.legacylanes.us/