2009 Geico CFC Race for Freedom

On Saturday, September 12, 2009 over 802 people participated in the GEICO CFC Race for Freedom held in Oklahoma City, OK to raise money for the Combined Federal Campaign. This year there were 673 Federal employees that participated in the event which raised $13,200 for CFC.

The GEICO CFC Race for Freedom was started in the fall of 2003 and over the years the event has raised over $53,000 for CFC. Each year the event includes a competitive 5 km & 10 km run and a 2 mile walk/run. In addition, several CFC agencies participate by setting up tables to educate participants on the services they provide in the community. It is a great event that promotes philanthropy and fitness while also raising awareness of the presence of the Federal community in Oklahoma.

- LeAnn Jenkins

Nutrition

Hi – I’m Dan Green, a Senior Leader at the Office Of Personnel Management. In my day-to-day life I strive to eat right and be active whenever possible. There are times when it’s easier and times when it’s more of a challenge. For me, my staff and all Federal employees, I’d like to see people take each opportunity to make a healthy choice as it comes, and on the rare occasions when there’s a set back, just accept it and make the healthy choice next time the opportunity arises.

- Dan Green

OPM Work Life Walking Club

Since May 27, 2009 this once a week walking club out of OPM’s TRB Building has logged in 253 miles. Lena Jones, Karen Nahas, and Susan Turvin have all logged in more than 25 miles and are going for their next goal of 50 miles.

Pictured Left to Right: Janet Cope, Charlene Heermans, Janet Smith, Susan Turvin, Sheryl Niernberger, Michele Hayes, and Monique Padilla

Not Picture – but contributed to the “mileage”: Shakia Barnes, Laura Desta, Alyson Grant, Febbi Gray, Mary Ann Jenkins, Nikki Johnson, Lena Jones, Monique Kelly, Karen Nahas, Monyca Peyton, Lauren Schab, Eleanor Therrian, Michelle Warren, Debbie Whitcraft, and Bob Wurste

- Janet Smith

Stress Reduction

Hi, my name is Susan Turvin and I am an [Insurance Specialist] at the U.S. Office of Personnel Management. I am overjoyed that my daughter and two grandsons share our home – but working full time and helping raise two active grandsons does create certain challenges. Managing stress is all about taking charge. Taking charge of your thoughts, your emotions, your schedule, your environment, and the way you deal with problems. Walking at lunch with friends or participating in workplace fitness opportunities is one way I try to meet the goal of a balanced life, with time for work, relationships, relaxation, and fun.

- Susan Turvin