Introducing: RunningHungry.org

Some of you may have noticed a new link in the right-hand column. It's a new web site I created earlier this month -- RunningHungry.org.

For the first time ever, I am running a marathon (actually FARTHER than a marathon) to raise money for World Vision, an organization known for providing aid to children and families around the globe. My favorite thing about World Vision is that they do not simply provide food -- they provide items that have a lasting effect on area communities. For example, they dig wells to reach clean water, bring in animals for lasting food sources, and donate clothing and blankets.

I haven't received any pledges yet besides my own, mainly because I haven't been promoting the site much yet. That'll change in the coming weeks. In any case, your support is much appreciated!

Arizona Photos

It's already ten days old (my, how time flies!), but here are a bunch of pictures from my Arizona trip. There's a few race-related photos, and a few more of Old Town Scottsdale, which is a neat little area mere minutes away from Laura's house.

Christmas Photos, Part 3

Sorry for the delay. Without further ado, you are welcome to enjoy pictures from our Christmas in Oregon.

In other news, the marathon went very well. Details at the running log.

Christmas Photos, Part 2 of 3

Here's the second set of Christmastime photos. These are from the "Comande family side" (aka my mom's family) gathering at my parents' house on December 22.

Also, be sure to check out the movies page for a preview of the Portland photos, which I'll publish early next week.

One final note for this post: I'm running a marathon this Sunday.

Whoa... we're okay

More Christmas photos will be coming soon.

For those who are not aware, a tornado touched down approximately a mile and a half away from our house yesterday evening. We were at work at the time. Jenelle and I are both okay, and there's no damage to our house. We didn't even lose power. We appreciate everyone who was concerned about us and/or called to make sure we were okay.

I went out for a run this morning to survey some of the damage. A church that is right next to the running trail had some pretty serious damage. According to their web site, no one was in the building at the time, which is definitely a blessing. Here's a couple of pictures.




A tornado in January that's a mile and a half from home. Too close for comfort.

Christmas Photos, Part 1 of 3

Happy New Year!

The 2007 Family Christmas album is now online. This one is just our "immediate" family -- Mom, Dad, Andrew, Holly, Ella, Lily, Jenelle, and me. I'll have a couple more out soon.

In other news, a face appeared in the northwest corner of our backyard just before Christmas, so I took a picture. Who is it?