Hey Roadtrippers!

allwildgirl

Cathlete
I'm not going this time, but I thought I'd bring this back for y'all to enjoy, since it IS the night before the Road Trip:)

‘Twas the night before the road trip
And all through the house
Not a creature was stirring
Not even a mouse

The suitcases were placed
By the doorway with care
So they wouldn’t be forgotten
When we rushed out of there

And I in my Rykas
And best work out gear
Had just finished Bootcamp
To lift up my rear

When up on the roof
There arose such a clatter
That I flew from my step
To see what was the matter

When what to my wondering eyes should appear
But a high step, some weights
And assorted Cathe gear

With a cute little driver, so lively and quick,
I knew in a moment it must be Cathe Friedrich
More rapid than eagles her crew they came,
And she whistled, and whooped, and called them by name:
"Now, Cedie! now, Brenda! now Rhonda and Mark!
On, Jai! on Lorraine! I heard her bark
To the top of the porch! to the top of the wall!
Now pendulum, pendulum, pendulum all!"

So up to the house-top the crew they jumped,
With the bag full of gear, they were all really pumped.
And then, in a twinkling, I heard loud and clear
The crew as they let out a boisterous cheer.

As I drew in my head, and was turning around,
Down the chimney they all came with a bound.
They were dressed all in Lycra, from head to toe,
And their faces were all shining with a healthy glow.

A bundle of gear was flung to the ground,
And they pulled out their steps and started dancing around
Their eyes -- how they twinkled – their quads were all flexed!
Their cheeks were aglow, well what would come next?
Their mouths were all smiling, teeth pearly and white,
With great hair and make-up, it was quite a sight!


The held 10 lb dumbbells in their hot little hands,
Then with a word from Cathe, they picked up their bands.
She had a big smile and a flat toned belly
That was the furthest thing ever from a bowl full of jelly.
She was toned and pumped, sprightly as an elf,
And I whooped when I saw her, in spite of myself.

A wink of her eye and a twist of her head
Soon gave me to know I had nothing to dread.
She gave great instruction and I got straight to work,
We mambo’ed and cha cha’d, I had quite a smirk

And laying her finger aside of her nose,
And giving a nod, up the chimney they rose.
She sprang to the roof, to her crew gave a whistle,
And away they all flew like the down of a thistle.
But I heard her exclaim, ere she flew out of sight,
"Happy Road Trip to all, and to all a good-night
 
Lol, that's great! I needed a good laugh. I have all these nervous little butterflies in my tummy today! ;)
 
Don't be nervous--you're about to embark on the journey of a lifetime! You'll make memories that'll be with you for the rest of your life, you'll enjoy the camraderie of 100+ other Cathe fans of all shapes, sizes & personalities, you'll experience absolute exhaustion & feeling totally pumped at the same time, & you'll have the opportunity to experience Cathe's graciousness & charm face to face.

Oh, & the weather forecast here is fabulous--it's supposed to be about 80 on Sat & 85 on Sun, low humidity. Very different from the last RT!

So, here's wishing you safe travels & a wonderful time! I'm jealous but I want each & every one of you to have a blast for me (that could be an interval blast or an overall blast in general ;-) ). I'll be with you all in spirit!

BTW, if you haven't already, try to take Monday off b/c you will definitely need some recovery time! }(
 
Cool! Thank for digging that up! I just got a call from 3 other Catheites and are on their plane...I'm driving to meet them at the airport in 2 hours! NOW the butterflies are kicking in! lol

Gayle
 
Thank you Shelley and Laura. I wish you two, and many others, were going along with us lucky 105. You go Gayle!!!!
 
Shelley,

You are absolutely AWESOME! I love to write up poetry on special occasions. This was the best I have ever read in regards to working out.

I wish you were going to be there and Laura, too. There are lots of other people that wanted to make it but couldn't get in. I, too, have butterflies. Leaving by myself and not knowing anyone personally. But I do feel like I do know most of the people who have been posting on the RT post site!

We will take lots and lots of pictures and show them to all of you!

Cheryl
 
Thanks Shelley! Thanks Laura! You guys are awesome.

I didn't even think to take Monday off. May have to...cough cough ;) ...call in sick. It would definetly be justified!

Now, I'm off to the beach to spend a quality day with my DD before leaving her and DH to fend for themselves for the weekend. }(

ETA that I am wearing my DD's 50 spf today to avoid burning. Can you imagine going on the RT with a sunburn?!?! :eek:
 
I hope you all have a fantastic time! I hope you get to preview the new workouts! And, yes, the weather should be great this weekend!
Ellen
 
Bye!! Have fun and don't forget to write...er...post!!:) :* :*

Shelley, you're so clever! LOVE the poem:D
 
Shelley, you are so clever!:) I love that poem!

I hope everyone has an amazing time on the RT. I can't wait to read all about it.

Sandra
 
That is great Shelley!:7 WIsh I could go on the Road Trip too, so you all better take lots and lots of pictures and give all the juicy details when you get back!
 
Shelley! I am blown away by your poem! Thank you!

I sincerely hope that Cathe is convinced to have another RT next year and I get to meet you there! You sure are a woman of many many talents! :7

xoxo, neicebug
 
Shelley,
This is good. I supremely bummed I'm not going. Next road trip, I will call in sick to get a spot.

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Have fun in Jersey!!
 

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