Steps 2 Cure NF

I was out for a run around Horn Pond this morning when I saw a sign posted for a 5 mile race.  Always up for an event that involves a little competition and a free t-shirt, road races are even more fun when they are for a good cause.  After noting the web address and finishing my run, I did a little research into this race once I got home.

My first question was: What is NF?  

NF is an abbreviation for Neurofibromatosis.  According to Neurofibromatosis, Inc. "neurofibromatosis is a genetic disorder of the nervous system that causes tumors to form on the nerves anywhere in or on the body at any time.  NF affects all races, all ethnic groups and both sexes equally.  NF affects more people than Cystic Fibrosis and Muscular Dystrophy combined!"

My second question/thought was: Tell me more about this race!

Details:

Sunday, September 21, 2008 @ 10am

Registration: online, mail-in, or on-site (8:45am to 9:45am)

Race: 5 mile run (2 laps) around horn pond or 2.5 mile walk (1 lap) 

Cost: $20 before September 1, $25 after

For more information visit: here

Whole Foods

I have come to love the whole foods market (WFM) on Cambridge Street. While this store is technically in Woburn, it is only feet from the Welcome to Winchester sign. I originally went to WFM to find light chocolate silk, and now frequently go there to buy gourmet and typically organic prepared food. Tonight I got some pasta salad made of tortellini with pesto sauce and fresh basil leaves. It was delicious and I am looking forward to trying more items in the salad/hot meal/desert bars. :)