Thanks to everyone who came to the party tonight. You all are such a special group and I was so happy to see everyone. My sweet husband, Charlie, commented on what a fun group this is.
For those of you who could not make it, we missed you and you missed the great butt cookoff. Lots of good food and Clark, aka Dr. Butt, won the competition, so he had/has/is the best butt.
I didn't get very many pictures, but Mandy and others did, so I hope to see some posted soon.
Proud of everyone who completed the 18 miles. I know I felt really bad yesterday whenI finished and wondered how I'd ever get another 8 miles in Chicago. But having heard all the comments tonight about how everyone "suffered" the 18 miles and slowed down, I felt a little better. I'll be in Colorado the weekend of the 20 miler, but as it stands now I"ll actually be in town for the 22 mile run in September. I am hoping we get a little break in the weather by then and am looking forward to being able to participate with the group.
Most of us, swimming against the tides of trouble the world knows nothing about, need only a bit of praise or encouragement - and we will make the goal. (Robert Collier)
Charlie, Me and RIta
Living the good life in Colorado
Favorite Quotes
“I believe the single most significant decision I can make on a day-to-day basis is my choice of attitude. It is more important than my past, my education, my bankroll, my successes or failures, fame or pain, what other people think of me or say about me, my circumstances, or my position. Attitude keeps me going or cripples my progress. It alone fuels my fire or assaults my hope. When my attitudes are right, there is no barrier too high, no valley too deep, no dream too extreme, no challenge too great for me.” -- Charles R. Swindoll ==============================
"Running is a big question mark that's there each and every day. It asks you, 'Are you going to be a wimp or are you going to be strong today?'" - Peter Maher, Irish-Canadian Olympian and sub-2:12 marathoner
About Me
- catseye
- Married for 33 years to Charlie. Mother of Bryan (31) and Mark (29) who live in Denver. :( Grandmother of Isaac (11 months) who also lives in Denver :(
10 comments:
Awesome party, thanks so much!
Cheryl
Thank you SO much for the party last night! We really enjoyed it. Your home is lovely and a great place to have a get together. You went to a lot of trouble but a great time was had by all! The monogrammed aprons and Mandy's cake were fantastic!
Thanks again,
Jana
I wanted to say thanks for turning you lovely home over to the group. Your home and personal hospitality along with the two big butts made for wonderful fellowship.
Thanks for a wonderful party! Your home is beautiful and how do you do it all?! Your are so talented and thoughtful. When is the next party?! LOL Hope to see you soon and be careful on your trip.
Sheila
Cathy, I am so sorry I didn't make it to your party after telling you that I'd be there. It sure sounds like I missed a ton of fun. The 18 miles absolutely wiped me out and I slept right through your party. I am so sorry I missed it. You are awesome to host it at your house though!
Thanks so much for everything you did to make the party so wonderful! I know you put in much time and it showed. Your home is beautiful. thanks again... it was great!
Went by myself sat a.m., not starting until 6. Woke up at 4, fel back asleep till 5. Just too dark outside to go to STrawberry by myself. I wimped out at 16 1/2 miles. Just overheated, I guess. Started feeling just like I could not get a deep breath, and I was only walking, and sitting down to "cool off" did not help. So glad I was NOT out on the bridge at the REs. I cut across the park to my car, got in and turned on my a/c, and felt much better. Just over heated, but not enough to see spots, etc. I was at 5 1/2 hours by then, and according to Robin, that is "TIME TO STOP" so as to not get diminishing returns. Went home, did a big dose of Endurox, and went on with my Sat. FELT GREAT the rest of the day.
Cathy,
Thanks to you and Charlie for such a great party. Ya'll did such a good job with organizing the butt contest and keeping even Mark and I from knowing whether "A" or "B" was our butt.
It was a lot of fun and I think both butts were excellent choices. It just depended on personal preference as they definitely had different tastes.
Thanks again,
Clark
Cathy, so glad you commented on my blog...was wondering why you had not blogged. I certainly understand about vacations with work deadlines...I hate taking work with me on vacations but have done it many times. To me, it's like a vacation to get home and to actually have caught up on some work so it is not staring me in the face when I get home. That's why I look forward to retirement...fewer deadlines! Yes, we must schedule some biking time after the marathon. I forgot how good a workout it is. We did 18 miles today and could not tell it was so hot because of the constant breeze in your face...I loved it. Hope your enjoy your vacation!
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