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Erin Thames

Sitting Here Without a Cent, I Feel Rich Next to You

Author: Erin Thames | September 26, 2010 | by archiveworldraceblogs

  Beyond prosperity and natural beauty lies a people in need. Walk away from the town proper, restaurants, picturesque harbor and you will be amazed. Down rocky dirt roads, across rickety … Read more about Sitting Here Without a Cent, I Feel Rich Next to You

The Quiet Things That No One Ever Knows

Author: Erin Thames | September 18, 2010 | by archiveworldraceblogs

This is our team video from Manila!!!! … Read more about The Quiet Things That No One Ever Knows

I wish that we could stay here, but I fear our time has come

Author: Erin Thames | September 14, 2010 | by archiveworldraceblogs

  I am safely in Hong Kong, China and will soon be en route to Manila, Philippines.   These past few days have been a series of firsts and lasts coupled with an array of new … Read more about I wish that we could stay here, but I fear our time has come

Hustlers grab your guns. your shadow weighs a ton.

Author: Erin Thames | September 12, 2010 | by archiveworldraceblogs

Driving down the 101. California here I come. My world race has begun. I hope the random events of the last few days reflect the year long journey that is upon me. My parents will tell you that I've … Read more about Hustlers grab your guns. your shadow weighs a ton.

5k to launch a 25,000 mile journey

Author: Erin Thames | August 14, 2010 | by archiveworldraceblogs

  Thank you everyone for making today's 5K race at Borderland State Park a remarkable success. There were 36 registered and 26 runners at the park today. I would like to thank my parents … Read more about 5k to launch a 25,000 mile journey

Holy Spirit Hangover

Author: Erin Thames | August 3, 2010 | by archiveworldraceblogs

I have survived training camp. I have hugged Atlanta. Literally.  I have worshiped to Eye of the Tiger and punched the devil in the face. I have crawled onto a homeless woman's blanket … Read more about Holy Spirit Hangover

I know a future Olympian.

Author: Erin Thames | July 29, 2010 | by archiveworldraceblogs

Come with me, if you will, on a journey, to the hottest place on earth, White, GA. Picture this: a rugged wilderness of chalky red dirt, thick haze, cypress trees, and one billion insects all buzzing … Read more about I know a future Olympian.

…but fear itself

Author: Erin Thames | July 5, 2010 | by archiveworldraceblogs

  "There is nothing to fear but fear itself." Well, Mr. Roosevelt, I would like to add a small addendum to that. "There is nothing to fear but fear itself AND wild monkeys." Last week I went … Read more about …but fear itself

The World’s most successful garage sale….ever.

Author: Erin Thames | June 30, 2010 | by archiveworldraceblogs

God has been so faithful in my attempts to raise support and funds. My mom was kind enough to put together a garage sale. The skeptics said, "you will never raise a lot of money doing that." To them, … Read more about The World’s most successful garage sale….ever.

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