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I am a farmer's wife,runner and a mother of two boys. I help my husband with our farming business. I did my first marathon in October 2010 and loved every minute of it. I'm now looking to do my 4th marathon in Little Rock, AR

Tuesday, June 18, 2013

Reebok Spartan Race Giveaway


      

Reebok Spartan Race is on a mission to get you active , healthy, excited about change and return to ancient roots where running through woods,  getting dirty and facing adversity was part of everyday life. Spartan Race challenge the familiar today's perception of normal living and getting you out of your comfort zone.






I'll have to admit I've never done a Spartan Race.   I have, however done  the Warrior Dash.  I loved  every  obstacles in that race.  It was so much more challenging than just running.





      Their are 4 different levels within the  Reebok Spartan Race


Spartan Sprints -  muddy 3 + miles/ 15 + obstacles. (Entry Level). 

Super Spartan  8 + miles/ 20 + obstacles. (Intermediate Level)
Spartan Beast - 12 + miles/ 25 + obstacle. ( Advanced. Level) 
Death Race - This endurance race is composed of mud runs,obstacles, racing, trail racing, physical challenges and metal challenges all in + 48 hour adventures race.  (Extreme Level)  90% will not complete this endurance race.

Whatever your level, Spartan Race will test your strength, stamina, and sense of humor.






If your up for the challenge check out one of the Reebok Spartan Race near you.  For locations near you - CLICK HERE
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     Want to win a Free Entry to a Reebok Spartan Race

(MANDATORY)  Leave a comment telling me if you have every done a Spartan Race and  if you win what level would  you choose.  

Go to Reebok Spartan Race on Twitter ( HERE) and follow them and (Tweet) "I want to win a Free Entry to a @Reebok Spartan Race over @Pink Hat Runner.

A winner will be choosen on 6-30-13, by Random.Org

If you don't win  you still can run a Spartan Race.  The people over at Spartan are offering a code for 15% off one of  their races in the continental US.(CLICK HERE)  to get the code.


GOOD LUCK!


Disclaimer: I was contacted by the Spartan Race to offer my readers a free entry to an Reebok Spartan Race.    No compensation or race entry was provided in exchange.



Friday, June 7, 2013

Our farm is a Century Farm this year


'TALKING PRIDE IN OUR RURAL HERITAGE'


Since the land of Iowa was opened up to settlers in 1833, agriculture has been the heart of Iowa. The family farm represents the traditions and heritage upon which our State was built. Today, those individuals and families, who followed in the foot steps of their ancestors, continue to produce crops and livestock on that same land.

The Century Farms Program recognizes and honors those individuals who have owned the farm land for 100 years or more. The program began in 1976 as part of the Bicentennial Celebration, when over 5,000 certificates and farm markers were distributed across Iowa at local ceremonies.

The program was sponsored by the Iowa Department of Agriculture and the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation, with the endorsement of the Iowa American Revolution Bicentennial Commission.

Members of the original Century Farm Recognition Committee were Ronald R. Woodin, Deputy Adjutant General of Iowa; James Meimann, Iowa Department of Agriculture; Gene Maahs, Iowa Farm Bureau Federation; Murray Goodman, Iowa American Revolution Bicentennial Commission and Kris Lischefska, secretary.

Since 1976 over 15,000 families have been recognized. The Awards Ceremony is held each year at the Iowa State Fair.(SOURCE)







             CHANNEL 5, News came out and  interviewed us for a                   segment on the news about our Century Farm. ( VIDEO
                                  

        This is  what the old homestead looked like.  My husband's father was raised in the house.  We lived in the house till 2000, when we decided to build a new house just north of the old homestead.    We were going to dig a hole and bury the old house, but my running partner at the time was on the Fire Dept and suggested we let the Fire Dept use it for their training.      The fire dept came out and burned our house down and got some great training out of it in the process.            




February 2001 we move to our new house, which is just north of the old homestead.



                        This is what our  homestead looks like  now.





       In August we will be presented with an award at the Iowa State Fair for having a  Century Farm.



                              DO YOU LIVE ON A CENTURY FARM?



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