While most of you are finalizing your New Year's Eve plans, picking out the perfect little black dress to wear and searching the city over for some bubbly I am getting an oil change, checking the pressure on my tires and deciding between the audio book's Jamily got me for Christmas in preparation for my impending 9 hour drive on New Year's Eve....
So what does driving 9 hours and zombie's have to do with New Year's Eve you ask? Well see back in October while visiting Spike we went and saw Zombieland. (Arguably the best zombie movie EVER) One evening after my return, for whatever reason, we got into a heavy discussion about what we would do if zombie's attacked. (Lots of couple's discuss zombie survival plans right?!?!) Ever the resourceful Redhead I suggested we meet halfway, you know, since I-75 runs directly between us...
Spike: "So where exactly do you propose halfway is?"
Redhead: "Like Kentucky or Tennessee"
Spike: "Um... those are pretty big states, how would we find each other?"
Redhead: "No they aren't. They're short states. We could just call each other."
Spike: *Crickets*
Now before you go questioning the color of my hair, I never claimed I was the brightest crayon in the box... it seemed logical enough at the time and we both had quite the laugh over it. Afterwards this conversation stuck in my head and it sparked an idea... We should meet halfway for an impromptu weekend!!!
So thus an idea is born and Thursday morning, long before the @ss crack of dawn we both embark on our respective 9-ish hour drives to meet halfway-ish in Chattanooga, TN. Not a single plan has been made further than what hotel we're staying at and the trail to use for our long run. (Priorities! I'm in the midst of marathon training people!) The entire weekend is going to be a total random adventure and who knows what we'll end up doing for N.Y.E. or the rest of the weekend for that matter. If anyone has any suggestions let us know! Otherwise expect quite the recap upon my return... This southern girl is headed up to the hills of Tennessee! Good thing I picked up some running pants recently! Forecast is calling for sunny but 30-40 degrees all weekend! Brr!!!
Listening to: Black Eyed Peas - "Meet me Halfway"
What are ya'll doing for N.Y.E.???
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OMG I LOOOOOOOOOVE that pippi graphic. I have it saved on my computer and want to purchase it to hang up as art. I have a bit of a pippi obsession you could say.
Yay for meeting in the middle. And yay for having a handsome gent to kiss at midnight. I'm replying to your email....slowly. It's not a short story, so be warned. :D
Yay for the love story! HA! I love it - I can't wait to hear all about ya'lls little adventure!
This is so great! When MSU played in the Citrus Bowl a few years back (many, actually, by now) we spent the night in Chatanooga since it was a good spot between Orlando and E.L.
Have a great time!! Can't wait to hear about all the randomness to be had!
Isn't that in the "1001 Questions to Ask Before Getting Married" book? Alien/Zombie/Texan Chainsaw Survival Plans...yeah, I think it's an entire chapter!
Sounds like you will have a great time! As a married mom of 3, I live vicariously through you! Thanks for having so much fun!
That sounds like such a fun time! I can't wait to hear about your adventure :-)
Just stay away from Wal-Marts, OK?
Have fun! You and I have similar plans (or lack thereof), except my drive is only 6 hours :)
Probably playing the Wii and drinking beer with the wife, after the little one goes to bed of course.
BTW I grew up in Chattanooga. It was OK. I'm sure it's much nicer now than back in 1983 when I left it.
I LOVE that song! DRIVE SAFE girly!! I'm heading to Sacramento for a night of drinks, steak and craziness at Morton's. Then getting up the next day and heading to Tahoe for 3 days of snowboarding (pending the head injury is better).
Look for a nice restaurant and ring in the New Year with some nice bubbly - and enjoy the run, will want some pics ;)
I am staying home with the hubby awaiting for your phone call so we can drink champagne from the bottle together!!!! I'm so happy for you girl, have a blast and be safe!
Lookout Mountain! Must see while you are there....that is, if you make it out of hotel room....
awesome!!! I LOVE your idea, it's so something I would do... and for the record, my SIS and I discuss Zombie survival ALL THE TIME. No really. ALL THE TIME. Makes my Husband CRA-ZY.
ALso, I don't know if I came back by after the fact, but I "took you on my marathon" in November. No really, I read your blog about Chicago and just decided I was going to have an awesome experience "like that", and I totally did. Thanks so much for sharing your awesome experience.
Rule #1: Cardio
I think you have that down....now just don't go rummaging through any bathrooms and you will be all set from them zombies!
I think you're going to have SO MUCH FUN! Can't wait to hear the recap :)
I agree that Zombieland is arguably the best zombie movie of all time. :) We discuss Zombie uprisings around my house as well.
My bf bought a book for my roomie last year called How to Survive a Zombie Uprising. You should check it out.
Have fun on your adventure! I will be ringing in the new year with my bf and two other couples. Apparently we are hosting a rather impromptu dinner party. Should be a fun night.
Ruby Falls, Rock City, Tennessee Aquarium....Billy's Bungalow, My Sister's Cousin. You should visit all those places. Not a dead person there.
OMG! you are going to have so much fun! i cant wait to read about your adventure! Where at in michigan is ur friend from!? :)
Chattanooga is really quite nice. Aquarium, narrow gauge train, cute little downtown. I think it would be a nice romantic getaway. Have fun!
You are too cute with your running plans! Have a great time and a very happy New Year's!!!
Have a blast and drive safe! Full ahem, race report, required!
Go in and talk to the guys at Rock Creek. They'll be happy to hook you up on the best local trails... here is your chance to see what the trails have to offer!!
http://www.rockcreek.com/
This sounds *exactly* like something I would do/plan - love it!! You kids will have fun no matter what, and I'm thinking we'll have some pretty entertaining stories about this little adventure of yours, once you return! :)
have a great/safe trip!!! and yes, get those running pants and maybe even a Long Sleeve shirt ;)
I hope you have fun! Now I need to get my butt up and go running. I don't want any zombies to attack me. Lol.
Man you are dedicated! I sure do admire that!
So Tennessee is halfway between Michigan and Florida? Interesting...I can't wait to hear what you find in Tennessee...
Have fun on NYE! I'll be running a 4-mile fun run with champagne for waterstops and fireworks in Central Park! After the race, I will have logged 2009 miles for 2009! Wahoo! Okay, too much info...should save this for my blog...but you go run your little heart out in Tennessee and enjoy yourself (Just head the other way though if you run into any zombies, or at least let Spike take the lead...haha)
Happy New Year!
Yowza, that's a long drive, but, it will be worth it! Drive safe and have a wonderful time.
I love that you're only set plans are the run--yes, yes, priorities--I know how that is.
Our NYE will be pretty boring--we're tight on funds this year, so, I doubt we'll be doing anything exciting, but, that's OK by me. I'm tired. I want to sleep :)
um impromptu = no planning. this, not so impromptu. half impromptu, maybe. let's be real, you won't need to do much other than hang out in the hotel and run.... :)
be safe driving. personally i hate i-75 but i have spent half of this year on that stupid road :) thank god you don't have to meet in kentucky ;)
My bestie who left me for Spokane Washington 4 months ago is coming to town for a few days and we're planning on getting rip roaring drunk ... well she is. I don't really get rip roaring drunk, in fact, I've been known to nurse a drink for 6 hours.
So I'll be thinking of you all NYE day, driving your redheaded little ass to TN while I nosh on sushi and delicately sip an apple martini. Give me props, I hardly ever do stuff like that anymore. I'm more likely to be driving 9 hours for some reason or another like you are this year :)
Just make sure you don't wear an Orange and Blue Gators jacket while playing laser tag with a bunch of drunk redneck Tenn. Vol fans!
I'll be driving only 2-hours up the road to Gainesville, but like you only armed with where I'm staying and what the "run" will be for the weekend. :-) Have fun and happy trails for 2010!
Sounds like a fun time- I love impromptu road trips.
I am hanging at a friends house with a few other friends...real low key. He lives on the water where they do a huge fireworks show, so hopefully the rain/snow storm holds off and we get to see it from his backyard.
Ahhh, my favo(u)rite redhead, how I have missed you and your posts!
(CAN'T WAIT TO MEET YOU!)
I love the romantic impromptu spontaneous "halfway" NYE plan.... so fun. Can't wait to find out what kinds of antics you get up to. SAFE TRAVELS!
Love it! What a great adventure and a fun way to end/begin the year!
I totally (heart) that you two are doing this.
(oh, and I'm taking away your rights to an apostrophe. Just sayin'.)
That is just plain awesome. Love it. Have a GREAT time!
I agree with Captain Nuts:
Rock City - for the kid in you
Ruby Falls - underground adventure
Here are some others:
Southern Belle Riverboat - That exotic cruise you have always wanted to take.
Point Park - Edumacational
Incline Railway - America Most Amazing Mile
Have Fun whatever you do!!!
I think that sounds like a total blast!! we are leaving sunny florida for iowa ACCKKK
OMG - I can so help you with this!! My sister lives in TN and just went to Chatt this past weekend. Want me to have her stop by with some romantic ideas? Or would you rather athletic ideas? Or stay-warm ideas? Or...? I'm an old married lady, so I am no help :P
That sounds so exciting! I love the spontaneity of it all. OF COURSE you have to get a good run in on some unknown territory! I would do the same. I have no doubt that you'll have a wonderful NYE while exploring TN. Have fun!
Trail shoes will hopefully be bought tomorrow or Thursday, coupon searching is ensuing now!
Awe,,, I love it!
Zombies! My plan is to swim to Brooklyn then, find a boat to sail south to the Caribbean. Zombies hate the beach and are allergic to margaritas.
Im also running the NYE Central Park 4 mile run. I have to be ready for the Disney Marathon in 10 days! yikes.
Have a great new year's eve! It sounds like you guys will have a blast. I am running a 5k in the morning with my man so we are just going to keep it relaxed. Safe travels!
Awww Morgan I love it :) Awwww romantical!!
Loving your icon on the map ;)
Hubs and I are going to Dallas for a killer NYE party at some mansion type of black, where we have to dress up and wear masquerade masks, I am OH SO EXCITED! Normally my NYE is spent in PJ's watching TV. Waah-waah. not this year :D
Happy new year darling!
Have fun and relax your OCDness. Enjoy the spontaneity of it.
I cannot wait to hear about this adventure. Me, I am working "amateur night" to finance more travel.
Be well.
Omg this is so cute! I'm jealous! I actually was recently in Nashville. I have no idea where that is in relations to you guys but it was definitely a fun city! I recommend The Big Bang bar. It's a dueling pianos and a blast!
hahaha as soon as i read your title, meet me halfway started playing in my head. love it! have a safe trip and a happy happy new year!!
remember Zombieland rule # 1) cardio.
can't wait to see your beautiful and smiling fact tomorrow. I'll try to wear some'n hot for ya!
I LOVE LOVE this idea. You will have such a good time. Sometimes the unplanned ends up to be WAY better than the planned.. Hugs to that..
And I have never once questioned the color of your hair.. LOL!!
OMG, what a drive! It must be love.....ahhhh. I hope you and Spike have a wonderful New Year's Eve together in Tennesee.
Totally understand the running priority thing. I never go anywhere without my running gear, whether I'm training for a race or not.
We don't have anything planned. We're going to make some pasta, bread, and salad, drink some wine and curl up in front of the fire place.
Have fun Morgan and drive safe girl!
Have fun in TN. We lived there for 5 months - I'm pretty sure that a weekend trip would be a sufficient amount of time there!
That sounds totally awesome! Have a great nine hour drive and weekend!
Awwww! I remember that "can't-wait-another-minute-gotta-see-him-now" feeling from early on in mine and the hubster's "courting." I never drove 9 hours to see him but that just goes to show how much you like him! Again- AWWWW!!! Love it!
No one is expected to think logically while in marathon training, please! I think it's lack of sugar or something! I used to live in the bible-belt of America, ALABAMA, and would go to Chattanooga just to "do" something. The aquarium is pretty cool if you got a spare couple hours. I think there's some outlet mall there...but it's been awhile since I was there! Have a blast of a weekend, how seriously fun is that going to be! Can't wait to hear about it and HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
I'm so glad you decided to NOT wait until Zombies attack before meeting halfway! That would probably put a damper on your time together.
Enjoy and drive safely!
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