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Hic-ups…one of those pointless, annoying spasms that we all get to suffer from at some point in time…usually when it’s most inappropriate and embarrassing, like at a funeral or when your boss is raking your whole team over the coals in the main conference room. And don’t you hate it when you can tell the folks sitting next to you are annoyed and wish you would stop, while at the same time they’re kind-of relieved that it’s you and not them drawing unwanted attention to themselves.

Over the years I have used several different tricks to get rid of the hic-ups.  When I worked at the airport and would get the hic-ups, I would simply walk over to the lounge and ask the bartender for a shot of bitters and lime.  Boy that stuff tasted awful, but it sure did the trick.  But what was I supposed to do when I wasn’t near a bar? 

Well a friend told me about this technique.  Get a glass of water.  Put it on the floor in front of you.  Then bend over and with your head between your knees take a sip of water.  Repeat several times.  A warning though: you must do this before your hic-ups go on too long.  I don’t know why, but if you can catch it right away, this usually works.

The simplest and most amazing remedy I have ever used was taught to me by T, who learned it in junior high school from her science teacher.  Are you ready?

When you have the hic-ups, close your eyes then have someone else (preferably someone you trust) place their pointer finger gently on one eyelid in the center, and their immediately adjacent long finger on the other eyelid, like they’re holding the “peace” sign on your eyelids, but not touching any other part of their hand to your face.  The gentle pressure should be steady and consistent, but not hard.  Hold like that for 30 seconds, or a bit longer. I’ve never been able to make it work by doing it on myself, but with a partner doing it, this amazing technique works about 90% of the time for me. I’m not sure exactly why it works, but I suspect that there is some nerve or something behind your eyeball, and the gentle pressure placed on your eyelid must… I don’t know…maybe calm or relax the nerve somehow?

 Whatever makes it work, you’ll want to give it a try next time you are plagued with the dreaded hic-ups! It’s simple, it’s quick and very effective. Can’t you just picture it? Asking your boss to pause for a moment during his tirade while you have your co-worker place their fingers on your eyelids to alleviate your hic-ups for you? 

How ‘bout it?

-Vision Runner   

P.S. Just a reminder: As a part of my 1,222.25 mile Run Over To Ellen’s Fundraising Project, everyone who has donated $1 or more by Sunday May 24th will be in a donors drawing for a special, limited edition Vision Runner “Dare To Envision A New Reality” retractable ballpoint pen. Less than 10 in existence! Sure to be a collector’s item…We only need 30,000 people to donate $1 each for Guide Dogs for the Blind…so get your donations in today. You can make miracles!! $1 at a time! Click here: Run Over To Ellen’s Fundraising Project

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My virtual Run Over To Ellen’s is a fundraising run, and we’re raising $30,000 for Guide Dogs for the Blind. We only need 30,000 people to donate $1 (or more) – have you donated your $1 yet? You can click on the green FirstGiving widget in the sidebar or go to www.FirstGiving.com/VisionRunner Do it now and you’ll have access to all the special donors only benefits…and special giveaways! Everyone who donates by the end of this week is in the drawing for a special limited edition Vision Runner -”Dare to Envision a New Reality” pen. Motivation right at your fingertips! So hurry to www.FirstGiving.com/VisionRunner and donate now.

For more info on the project…check out www.RunOverToEllens.com

Below I share some thoughts about my first month of running and fundraising.

After the first month of my virtual Run Over To Ellen’s, I’m almost to the “B” pin on the map which is Red Rock, MT and the “C” pin is Lima, MT. We’ve raised $149 dollars so far for Guide Dogs for the Blind, and we’ve been on the local news. Still a long ways to go on all fronts, but I’m up for it…so let’s run!


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FYI Everyone: You’re going to want to donate your $1 if you haven’t done it yet…special giveaways announced at the end of this post!! Go to www.FirstGiving.com/VisionRunner to get your donation in for Guide Dogs for the Blind and be entered into the special giveaways that will be happening for donors only!!! As you know, we only need 30,000 people to donate $1 each. There really is a power of synergy at the grassroots level. Every one of you donating $1 and telling everyone you know can do miraculous things in the world…Let the miracles begin!!

And now, on to your regularly scheduled content!!

Chocolate Milk

Imagine you have just run 8 miles: you’re hot and sweaty and the thought of eating a high carb and protein meal does not interest you in the least.  In fact it’s the last thing on your mind. A shower yes, but eating no! 

But you know that eating within the first 30 minutes after a hard workout is essential to start the recovery process, and for replenishing your glycogen stores. In fact, the faster you get nutrition into your body, the faster and more completely you will recover from your run.

Now imagine a cold frosty glass of chocolate milk. Yep! Chocolate milk!  This quick and delicious drink can start the recovery process minutes after you finish a run or workout.  Not only does it have the carbs you need, but it has the protein as well: both in one easy-to-tolerate glass of chocolate milk. And when I put it in a chilled glass, it gets frosty almost like a milkshake!! Mmmm, mmmmm.

But remember: it’s just the first course in your recovery meal.  Make sure you follow it up with a more substantial meal, such as a turkey sandwich or other high carb and protein combo within the next hour.  And yes, that part can wait until after your shower!

How ’bout it?

-Vision Runner

P.S. Don’t forget to donate your $1.00 at www.FirstGiving.com/VisionRunner if you haven’t donated yet. All donors from the beginning through (Sunday) the end of this fifth week of my 1,222.25 Virtual Run Over To Ellen’s Fundraising Project will be in the drawing to win a special limited edition Vision Runner ink pen…It says “Dare To Envision A New Reality.” How’s that for daily motivation and inspiration right there at your fingertips?!! And we had less than 10 made up, so they are very rare…and soon to be a collector’s item, I’m sure!! Again, special giveaways and promotions and private access to the daily video updates and the donors only area is available to everyone who’s donated $1 or more!! So take action now and click on this link right here:  Vision Runner’s Run Over To Ellen’s Fundraising Project

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