While I am not a fan of cold weather, I do love a good snowstorm. This last weekend's storm was about as perfect as they come: big, fluffy flakes falling at a furious rate! I couldn't wait to go out for a run and listen to that peaceful, silent sound that snow makes when it falls. A sound interrupted only by the rhythmic crunch of my footsteps and the laughter of kids (of all ages) playing.
Snow is a feast for the senses - sight, sound, smell, touch and taste. By taste, I don't just mean snowflakes melting on your tongue. No, I'm talking something better. I'm talking Snow Ice Cream! With all due respect, Ben & Jerry have nothing on my grandma's recipe for this tasty treat. It's the perfect ending to a snowday (especially when topped with chocolate sauce). You can't help but smile when you eat it!
My gift to you this holiday season, in addition to warm wishes for a wonderful holiday, is my grandma's recipe. I hope it becomes a fun snowday tradition for your family too.
Snow Ice Cream:1 cup heavy cream
1-2 teaspoons vanilla (I like lots of vanilla)
1/3 cup sugar
6-7 cups fresh, clean snow
Whip the cream with a mixer until soft peaks form. Fold in the vanilla, sugar and snow until blended. Freeze until firm and enjoy. Tastes best when eaten on the same day it is made.
Also, I want to thank you for choosing Fleet Feet Sports this year. Your support of the store, especially during these challenging times, has touched my heart. You make our day when you let us share our expertise to FIT you for the perfect pair of shoes or apparel so you can live fit. I hope to see you in the new year at one of our fun runs, track workouts, seminars, training programs or when it's time to treat your feet to comfy new kicks.
Live Fit,
Steph
Keep those shoes, boots and socks coming - with your help we can reach our goal of 100 pairs of shoes and socks! This week we've already received more than 20 pairs of gently-used footwear for men, women and kids - thank you! Special thanks go to Steve Hahn, a financial advisor at Ameriprise Financial, who has organized a drop-off box at his office for our drive. Awesome!
The Stick: A toothbrush for muscles to keep them knot-free and feely good even after a long run or day on the slopes. Helps to improve strength and increase flexibility too. One of the most requested gift items - especially by teens! 
Nike+ iPod Sport Kit: This $30 footpod keeps track of your speed, distance, pace and calories and connects to your iPod Nano. Works wiuth all brands of shoes. So cool!
Body Wash: A gym bag necessity for swimmers, triathletes or anyone who works out at the gym. This great body wash completely rinses chlorine away and does double-duty as a shampoo and conditioner. We also carry handy "power wash wipes" for those times when you can't shower after a workout.
Gift Cards: Don't know what to give? Buy a gift card. They always fit and can be used at any of the 80+ Fleet Feet Sports stores nationwide. Plus, we'll even give you some goodies to include with the gift card!
