Thank you to all who came out to the 2nd Annual Bachelorette Auction! We raised over $5,000 benefiting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society! Go TEAM!
What were the date packages?
Sorry for the delay, but here’s a backlog of photos from the previous weeks. Thanks Jeff for some of the photos! Go TEAM!
What: Come pick up some steals and help raise money to stomp out blood cancer!
Who: Lori’s mentor group
Date: 10/17/09
When: 7 am to 3 pm
Where: 4601 Marwood DR. LA CA 90065
REMINDER! The event is this FRIDAY 10/16! LA’s fine faced, well versed, multi-talented women are back and most importantly SINGLE! They’ve put their girly reservations to the side for the good of a greater cause, fighting against blood cancers …and selling themselves to the highest bidder on the floor! Raaawr! Now our question – will it be to you?
Where?
Joe’s Joint
8771 W. Pico Blvd. (at Robertson)
Los Angeles, CA
How it works:
1. Our senoritas come on stage one at a time.
2. We introduce you to her. Give you some fun background info..
3. We tell you the date that she has that the winning bidder will get to enjoy
4. The bidding wars begin! Opening bid of $40 per gal!
Dates you could win:
1. Playboy Mansion Visit
2. Indoor Skydiving
3. Kings Tickets
4. Putt putt golf
5. Flamenco dinner date
6. Concert!
7. Fully outfitted Reebok gear and a hike
..and many more
If you win…
Not only do you get to go on an AWESOME date (pre-paid) with a great gal but you walk away with a date package that includes:
XBox 360 Madden2010 game
Men’s skincare products
Gift certificates
Free pool at Yankee Doodle
..AND MORE!
So my friends, come one come all to this annual sell-out of a party. Watch us flaunt this year’s pick of the litter so that one lucky man can walk away with a hottie on his arm, a date in his future and a bag of goodies to have some fun with!
To purchase tickets to the event and CHECK OUT THE BACHELORETTES go to: http://westsidelatnt.com/bachelorette/index.html
Proceeds benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
HELLO TEAMMATES -
I JUST WANTED TO TAKE A MOMENT TO THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR MAKING IT POSSIBLE FOR ME TO CELEBRATE MY 4 YEARS IN REMISSION AND TO BE ABLE TO BE THERE FOR MY DAUGHTER ON HER WEDDING DAY. IF IT WASN’T FOR YOUR FUNDRAISING EFFORTS, I WOULD NOT BE HERE TODAY.
YOU WILL ALWAYS HAVE A SPECIAL PLACE IN MY HEART AND IN MY FAMILY!!
I HAVE ATTACHED A PICTURE OF MYSELF AND MY DAUGHTER BRI ON HER WEDDING DAY. ENJOY…GOOO TEAM.
LOVE AND LAUGHTER ALWAYS,
LAURA MALONEY
Name: Peter Vu
Team: Westside LA
Number of TNT Seasons: 1
Last TNT Event: 2009 San Diego Rock N Roll Marathon
Why did you join TNT?
I joined TNT because I wanted to help a good cause and accomplish one of my life’s goals. In the fight against cancer, I was hoping my running would honor my uncle who successfully battled nose and throat cancer and my cousin who is currently battling thyroid cancer. In running a marathon, I wanted to achieve something that I never thought was possible, since I could barely run 5 miles at the beginning. I could not think of a better way to do both simultaneously and with the amazing support of the wonderful TNT folks and fellow participants.
What was your best fundraiser?
I relied mostly on e-mail and personal connections, which I found to be very effective. The main thing was to follow up with people, make your emails personal, and provide a people with a convenient way of tracking your progress (either through a blog or posting updates on your fundraising page). I reached my goal the last week before the marathon, and it is a really incredible thing to see friends, family and work colleagues believe in your efforts despite a challenging economy.
Most memorable TNT moment?
My most memorable moment was when I saw Coach Chris Wilno about 200 meters before the finish line of the San Diego Rock ‘N Roll Marathon and he ran me in. It was in that moment that the summation of all the fundraising, training, and significance of what you were about to accomplish finally hits you. You realize: “OMG, I am to about to finish a marathon” (me of all people who is just an average person). Coach mentioned that your life will change after this, and he was right. TNT is addictive and now I am here in my second season, trying to share my tips and offer encouragement to the lucky, prospective half-marathoners/marathoners.
What would you have done differently during the season if you could start over?
While the fundraising and the running were my main reasons for joining TNT, I was amazed at the wonderful people that I met throughout the course of the season. The season goes by fast, and I wish I would have made an effort to go to more of the social events or meet as many fellow TNTer’s at the Sunday and weekday practices. They are truly wonderful people!
Do you have any other words of wisdom for our participants?
Believe in the cause, the coaches, the training and most importantly yourself! You will make it to the finish line.
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This will be an ongoing series, where we will feature an alumni so you, our readers, can learn some new things from people who have done it before. If you’re a Team in Training Alumni, please fill out this form (or please spread the word).
Name: Erin Shulsinger
Team: Westsiiiiiiiiiiiiiide
Number of TNT Seasons: 4
Last TNT Event: 2009 San Diego Rock N Roll Marathon
Why did you join TNT?
5 years ago grandmother passed away from a blood cancer. It was devistating because she was like a second parent to me. I wanted someway and prevent anyone from going through the pain of losing someone. I wasn’t sure how..
Additionally, I’ve always been involved in sports LOVE a challenge. Endurance training seems like a natural fit for both those parts of me.
When I found I could combine these two very important parts on my life I signed up quicker than a Boston marathoner. 
What was your best fundraiser?
The Bachelor or Bachelorette auctions. Thought I LOVE the Mr. & Mrs. TNT Pageants.
All of them really. Some are best for $$, others for memories. I just love fundraising!
Most memorable TNT moment?
Hitting my findraising deadline my first season and every finish line I cross.
Runnin’ 4 Susu.
What would you have done differently during the season if you could start over?
My first season I would have gotten involved in the TEAM activities (i.e., social outings and group fundraisers) sooner. My teammates are my BEST friends now. My family. To think, I could have stated all these night of fun sooner! Ay yiyi..
Do you have any other words of wisdom for our participants?
You are amazing and make a difference. What you set your mind to you can and will complete. Ignore the naysayers and concentrate on everyone in your court and your internal determination because YOU ROCK!
GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO TEAM!
Find me on facebook: Erin Shulsinger
Twitter: AdventuresWErin
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This will be an ongoing series, where we will feature an alumni so you, our readers, can learn some new things from people who have done it before. If you’re a Team in Training Alumni, please fill out this form (or please spread the word).
Directions:
You there, in the pasta aisle- I see you! I see those jars of pre-made pasta sauce in your cart too, and I insist that you put them back on the shelf and make this marinara sauce.
Making sauce from scratch is one of things that looks 100 times more impressive and difficult than it actually is. Invest a bit of time and a handful of fresh ingredients, and you’ll be saving yourself a ton of sugar and preservatives, and gaining amazing flavor. This recipe is a classic carrot-celery-onion-tomato combo, but feel free to mix it up with vegetables of your own. Mushrooms, zucchini, and even shredded beets are all great additions. When making marinara, I double the recipe and use half of it right away, and freeze the other half in one-cup portions in Ziplock bags. That way if I get home late and I’m hungry, I have a healthy pasta in the time it takes to boil the whole grain noodles.
This recipe comes to us from my culinary idol, Giada de Laurentiis. I’m sure the ladies and gentlemen alike have noticed Giada’s smokin’ bod, and any woman who looks that good and eats Italian food every day obviously knows a thing or two about making meals that are delicious and won’t pack on the pounds. Give this one a try before your next carbo-load, I guarantee you’ll be glad you did.
Marinara Sauce Adapted from Everyday Italian by Giada De Laurentiis
In the biggest, heaviest pot you own, heat the oil over a medium-high flame. Add the onions and garlic and saute until the onions are translucent, about 10 minutes. Add the celery, carrots, and 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper. Saute until all the vegetables are soft, about 10 minutes. Add the tomatoes and bay leaves, and simmer uncovered over low heat until the sauce thickens, about 1 hour. Remove and discard the bay leaves. Season the sauce with more salt and pepper, to taste.
(The sauce can be made 1 day ahead. Cool, then cover and refrigerate. Rewarm over medium heat before using.)
Serve with spaghetti and some killer turkey meatballs (recipe coming soon), and you’ll break up with that Prego sauce for good.
Go TEAM, eat well this week!
Mark Bittman is a food genius. His cookbook How to Cook Everything has been in print for 11 years, and he writes a regular cooking column in a little newspaper known as the New York Times. His cooking point of view is one that I strive to live by when training: eat lots of plant-based food, lots of grains, avoid processed food when possible, and cook most of it yourself.
I was delighted yesterday when I read that Mark Bittman is a runner! He’s completed 5 marathons (with a PR of 4:20), and is now training for the 2009 New York Marathon (pretty impressive at the seasoned age of 59). Instead of sharing one of my recipes or tips this week, I’m just going to strongly encourage you to read Mark’s article/recipes. He says it much better than I ever could.
Mark Bittman’s 8 Rules for Healthy Eating
Mark Bittman’s Cooking Philosophy- He links 8 recipes here. Spinach, bacon, and sweet potato salad? Yes please. Mark is also a fan of the frittata, just like yours truly.
Eat well this week, and GO TEAM!
Krissy Kobata
Laura Maloney
Nick Gardner
Stevie Ramos
