ABC#169, for Scott Early Learning Center, 2-19-22

Meatloaf sang “Two Out Of Three Ain’t Bad” about looking for a good time. When looking for a good time to run, one out of three ain’t bad. February 19 was (1) windy and (2) cold but (3) sunny, so it turned out pretty well with $695 donated to Scott Early Learning Center. Thanks so much to the 16 attendees and two other donors for your generous support of children in our community. Scott ELC will benefit even more when State Farm employees/retirees apply under their matching grant program.

We met at Underwood Park in Normal for convenient trail access and to avoid having a group gathering indoors at this time of covid precautions. We did manage to get a group photo with those in attendance at 8:30. Then, most went for a run while Pat Sheridan cross-country skied.


The food was delicious, making it worth freezing our fingers while tailgating in the parking lot. . Thanks so much to Stacy Sheridan for making Meg’s coffee cake (and warm in the insulated container), Tammy Knippenberg for cinnamon rolls, and Kevin Fahling for cookies.

This is the 14th year of ABC runs for SELC. This year’s $695 brings the fourteen-year total to $10,832.  The total for all 169 ABC runs is $192,590. That ain’t bad (actually really great) for some friends just out having fun and giving thanks for their ability to do so. Thanks a million to all who have provided financial support, food, and encouragement.

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