tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6467563734418894744.post7052952717073409409..comments2009-07-07T19:18:17.091-07:00Comments on Team Reaching Heights: Crisis? What crisis?Richard Waughhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08890276740577671466noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6467563734418894744.post-61734857770063931862009-06-27T11:00:55.628-07:002009-06-27T11:00:55.628-07:00New song dedication. This one is in honor of Team...New song dedication. This one is in honor of Team Reaching Heights for honoring the importance of music in the early lives of our children. This is the theme song from Music of My Heart starring Meryl Steep, who played a violin instructor teaching in Harlem, for a school that lost its funding for music. Beautiful true story, just like this one.<br /><br />You guys are incredible.<br /><br />~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~<br />http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H4Y1NZAs7mU<br />"Music Of My Heart"<br /><br />You'll never know<br />What you've done for me<br />What your faith in me<br />Has done for my soul...<br /><br />You'll never know<br />The gift you've given me..<br />I'll carry it with me (yeah...yeah...)<br /><br />Through the days ahead<br />I think of days before<br />You made me hope for something better (yes you did)<br />And made me reach for something more<br /><br />You taught me to run<br />You taught me to fly<br />Helped me to free the me inside<br />Help me hear the music of my heart<br />Help me hear the music of my heart<br />You've opened my eyes<br />You've opened the door<br />To something I've never known before<br />And your love...<br />(love)<br />Is the music of my heart.. (music of my heart)<br /><br />You were the one<br />Always on my side (always on my side)<br />Always standing by (always standing by)<br />Seeing me through<br /><br />You were the song that always made me sing<br />I'm singing this for you (singing this for you baby)<br /><br />Everywhere I go<br />I think of where I've been (think of where I've been)<br />And of the one who knew me better<br />Than anyone ever will again<br /><br />You taught me to run<br />You taught me to fly<br />Helped me to free the me inside<br />Help me hear the music of my heart<br />Help me hear the music of my heart<br />You've opened my eyes<br />You've opened the door (you opened the door)<br />To something I've never known before...<br />And your love...(your love)<br />Is the music of my heart<br /><br />What you taught me<br />Only your love could ever teach me<br />You got through when no one could reach me<br />Ohh...ohh...ohh<br /><br />Cause you always saw in me<br />All the best that I could be<br />It was you who set me free...<br /><br />You taught me to run<br />You taught me to fly<br />Helped me to free the me inside (me inside)<br />Help me hear the music of my heart<br />Help me hear the music of my heart<br /><br />You taught me to run<br />You taught me to fly<br />Helped me to free the me inside (me inside)<br />Help me hear the music of my heart (music of my heart)<br />Help me hear the music of my heart<br />You've opened my eyes<br />You've opened the door (opened the door)<br />To something I've never known before (never, never, felt before)<br />And your love...<br />Is the music of my heart..<br /><br />Music of my heart<br />Music of my heart<br />Is the music of my heart...<br /><br />~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~<br /><br />Youguys are kick'n. You own that record ... Now just go get it. ~BrookeBrookehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08222057020218718319noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6467563734418894744.post-26518016247629246082009-06-27T10:50:25.979-07:002009-06-27T10:50:25.979-07:00I know you are hurting Charlie and Richard but han...I know you are hurting Charlie and Richard but hang in there, you are almost there. Thougts and prayers are with you willing you to the finish. Great job crew, keep it up.<br /><br />PS Lary, Pismo sends love.Judyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06525144876041110379noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6467563734418894744.post-13997763052964009172009-06-27T10:39:14.333-07:002009-06-27T10:39:14.333-07:00Just got home from music class. Guess WHAT KIND o...Just got home from music class. Guess WHAT KIND of music??? Blue Grass, of course! Nothing but hill music. (Today was Liza Jane, Cripple Creek, and Bill Cheatam...all fun and peppy tunes) <br /><br />When I looked at the mail, of ALL things, got a piece of mail from Parkersburg, WV (advertising a half marathon, etc.) Too funny. <br /><br />Sending you energy every minute I think of you guys. Roll it on home baybee!!Brookehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08222057020218718319noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6467563734418894744.post-84349085684559853662009-06-27T10:06:37.274-07:002009-06-27T10:06:37.274-07:00Where has all the blogging gone,
Long time passing...Where has all the blogging gone,<br />Long time passing,<br />Where has all the blogging gone,<br />Long time ago.<br /><br />You can plesantly peddle their pedaling progress a posteriori in perpetuity--well perhaps!<br /><br />For now, the guys are your first priority.<br /><br />Hoping all is well. Be focused, be joyful, be safe!<br /><br />Jody in Grand JunctionAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6467563734418894744.post-45223114036641172912009-06-27T09:40:16.068-07:002009-06-27T09:40:16.068-07:00You guys are amazing! Keep going, you're almos...You guys are amazing! Keep going, you're almost there!!!Katienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6467563734418894744.post-68369921458805034482009-06-27T06:55:10.937-07:002009-06-27T06:55:10.937-07:00BE SAFE! First goal is to take care of yourself.....BE SAFE! First goal is to take care of yourself...second goal is to finish. YOU ARE THE BEST!<br /><br />Love, MomMomnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6467563734418894744.post-60902860900142077992009-06-27T04:01:07.694-07:002009-06-27T04:01:07.694-07:00Good morning, guys and gals!
Less than a day left...Good morning, guys and gals!<br /><br />Less than a day left -- you're almost there. It's been an amazing journey; thanks Jeannie for letting us blogride with the guys.<br /><br />Oh, by the way, today is the Yorkshire yard sale. Richard, we're selling your car so that we can pay for a big celebration when you get back here.<br /><br />ChrisChrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15895702632435029627noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6467563734418894744.post-65862475350950884052009-06-27T03:06:57.673-07:002009-06-27T03:06:57.673-07:00Good Morning Charlie and Richard! Rise and Shine ...Good Morning Charlie and Richard! Rise and Shine (one or the other of you). :) Coffee is brewing in pod fashion, smell the pasta frying and the Hammergel toasting. Ahhhhh....the satisfying smells of the morning. <br /><br />Today, keep doing exactly what you have been doing. Your splits have been awesome. I can not believe how consistent your pace has stayed. Nothing but impressive. Make like a freight train and drive it on home. Wooooo wooooooBrookehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08222057020218718319noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6467563734418894744.post-28629332058475931442009-06-26T22:31:55.975-07:002009-06-26T22:31:55.975-07:00Keep goimg guys! You are doing great. Steady and e...Keep goimg guys! You are doing great. Steady and even, push at the end. Everyone is rooting for you!<br /><br />Your sister CrystalAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6467563734418894744.post-86409016442872670712009-06-26T22:08:45.304-07:002009-06-26T22:08:45.304-07:00Hello Richard,
As you peddle through the dark of ...Hello Richard,<br /><br />As you peddle through the dark of early morning, realize that, tomorrow afternoon, as you near Gettysburg, you'll be passing within a mile of sacred Waugh land. Your great, great, great, great, great grandfather, William Waugh, is buried somewhere in Carroll's Valley, PA, just a few miles west of Gettysburg. William left St. Andrews, Scotland, in about 1710, and ended up farming in Carroll's Valley where he also built a flour mill. His son David, who fought in the American Revolution, is buried at Lower Marsh Cemetery, also just outside Gettysburg. David's grandson, Nathan, built a cabin in Deep Gap, NC (which also happens to be Doc Watson's home). Papa Waugh is Nathan's gransdon. <br /><br />Bottom line: We bloggers won't be the only Waughs trying to communicate their encouragement tomorrow, and maybe, just maybe, help push you down the road to Annapolis.<br /><br />Peddle hard, sleep well, and dream of spacious showers,<br /><br />Love ya,<br />JodyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6467563734418894744.post-6068319733811067482009-06-26T21:01:31.799-07:002009-06-26T21:01:31.799-07:00Keep going strong guys! My wife keeps trying to ge...Keep going strong guys! My wife keeps trying to get me to go to bed but I just keep refreshing the screen to see if you've made it to the next time station! Crew you are doing awesome also, truly a selfless thing you are doing this week. <br />Tanner Bacon<br />Charlotte, NCTannerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11778503240193855863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6467563734418894744.post-646921228001585972009-06-26T20:57:31.562-07:002009-06-26T20:57:31.562-07:00Hey just wanted to let you know that I'm runni...Hey just wanted to let you know that I'm running a little update on my Facebook twice a day or so by paging back and forth through your blog, the leader board, and was doing the solo blogs. Got lots of questions from non riders. Keep it rolling guys, you look great (if I could see you) and you are about to complete a tremendous accomplishment. Go Go Go. George JahantAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6467563734418894744.post-63892118353146120232009-06-26T20:25:20.273-07:002009-06-26T20:25:20.273-07:00Oh Good Lord....you guys are blessed no question. ...Oh Good Lord....you guys are blessed no question. Great story. <br /><br />I am already teary eyed just reading this damn blog. What am I gonna do when I read about the finish tomorrow night? Better keep the Kleenex handy.<br /><br />Jeannie, you did a fine job with the blog...we can see the bonding that is taking pace between you all. Bonds that will always be there. These stories will be part of the glue that keeps you connected far into the future.<br /><br />Charlie and Richard - We don't need another hero...but how come you are doing such a damn good job being one??? You are both animals on wheels with hearts of gods. I hope I get to meet you both one day. It has been a pleasure being along for the ride in the pleasure seats.<br /><br />I almost feel guilty laying down to sleep tonight knowing you all are fighting hard to stay awake, alert, being cheerful and helpful. <br /><br />How was the pasta? Hope it gave you just what you needed to get through the hills tonight.<br /><br />I will be checking the blog first thing in the AM when I get up to run (5:45)...also when I get up to pee 3 times during the night after drinking a gallon of water to replace all that got sweated out in spin class this morning.<br /><br />Hugs for everyone!! ~Brooke<br /><br />AlsoBrookehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08222057020218718319noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6467563734418894744.post-32583028419327813482009-06-26T20:20:34.229-07:002009-06-26T20:20:34.229-07:00Hi, Richard!
I had no idea you were going through ...Hi, Richard!<br />I had no idea you were going through Parkersburg, West Virginia!<br />That's where I grew up. You are almost finished, and in record time. I am so proud of what you guys have accomplished so far and know you will finish strong. All the best to both you and Charlie.<br /><br />Support Crew--you are amazing, too. Thanks for taking care of these great athletes.<br /><br />Nancy in ClevelandAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6467563734418894744.post-42723764274583075532009-06-26T19:34:04.661-07:002009-06-26T19:34:04.661-07:00Richard, Jeannie, and Johanna,
Great work - y...Richard, Jeannie, and Johanna,<br /> Great work - you are all so inspiring! I love the blogs and sorry I haven't written before now. I'm pumping with you, Richard, in mind and spirit. But, I haven't figured out how to lose the pounds with you! Best of luck for the rest of the trip. I'm anxious for you all to be back in beautiful Cleveland. Love, AnneAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03275853916263474120noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6467563734418894744.post-34994679672632728792009-06-26T19:02:39.896-07:002009-06-26T19:02:39.896-07:00604 miles to go!!! Keep up the great work Richard ...604 miles to go!!! Keep up the great work Richard and Charlie. you're almost there. <br /><br />I love reading the crew stories. Very nice work by everyone... it truely is a team effort!<br /><br />Good luck, finish strong!Stella Erratichttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14209062686646805244noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6467563734418894744.post-60120585214927707892009-06-26T18:50:49.664-07:002009-06-26T18:50:49.664-07:00Wow!! I can't believe what an adventure this h...Wow!! I can't believe what an adventure this has become, and how well ALL of you are doing. From Jeannie's amazing stories of your teamwork, I can't imagine a more dedicated, well-oiled, well-prepared team effort to accomplish this incredible feat. I am so proud of all of you and I don't even KNOW all of you!<br /><br />Richard and Charlie, I said yesterday you were rock stars and you absolutely are. And as you climb, climb, climb imagine me sitting here on my ass in Ann Arbor singing "Climb Every Mountain" (I'm preparing for the Sound of Music Singalong they are having here next weekend-- seriously, I know all the words to all the songs, ask Jeannie)and thinking of both of you and spurring you on to the finish line. Just be glad that you only have to imagine me singing, my partner Colleen has to actually hear me!! :)<br /><br />Go, guys, go... till you find your dream!!!<br /><br />KatieKatienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6467563734418894744.post-32467509110088922432009-06-26T18:24:29.050-07:002009-06-26T18:24:29.050-07:00HEY RICHARD AND CHARLIE---
How's it goin'?...HEY RICHARD AND CHARLIE---<br />How's it goin'? Whacha been up to in the last week?<br />You two are doing AN AMAZING JOB--- THE FINISH IS NEAR! <br />Hey Waugh--short of cutting and pasting a picture of an ice cold bottle of BUD on this page- I thought- what might take Waugh's mind off of the race for a moment? Actually maybe I will send you an ice cold BUD- but until that happens here are some really, really, really stupid viola jokes to make you laugh. I figured that this would probably be the only time that you would think that they're funny- that's what fatigue does- so here they are!!!!!!!!!<br />How do you keep your violin from getting stolen?<br />Put it in a viola case.<br />What's the difference between a viola and a trampoline?<br />You take your shoes off to jump on a trampoline.<br />What's the difference between a viola and an onion?<br />No one cries when you cut up a viola.<br />Why do violists stand for long periods outside people's houses?<br />They can't find the key and they don't know when to come in.<br />What's the difference between a seamstress and a violist?<br />The seamstress tucks up the frills.<br />What's the difference between a washing machine and a violist?<br />Vibrato.<br />Why do so many people take an instant dislike to the viola?<br />It saves time.<br />How can you tell when a violist is playing out of tune?<br />The bow is moving.<br />How was the canon invented?<br />Two violists were trying to play the same passage together.<br />Why is playing the viola like peeing in your pants?<br />They both give you a nice warm feeling without making any sound.<br />Why is a viola solo like a bomb?<br />By the time you hear it, it's too late to do anything about it.<br />Why is a viola solo like premature ejaculation?<br />Because even when you know it's coming, there's nothing you can do about it.<br />Why do violists leave their instrument cases on the dashboards of their cars?<br />So they can park in "handicapped" parking places.<br />If someone mistakes them for mafia, they might get some respect.<br />Why don't violists play hide and seek?<br />Because no one will look for them.<br />Why do violists smile when they play?<br />Because ignorance is bliss and what they don't know can't hurt them.<br />Why shouldn't violists take up mountaineering?<br />Because if they get lost, it takes ages before anyone notices that they're missing.<br />What's the difference between a dead skunk in the road and a crushed viola in the road?<br />Skid marks before the skunk.<br />How do you get a violin to sound like a viola?<br />Sit in the back and don't play.<br />Play in the low register with a lot of wrong notes.<br />If you throw a violist and a soprano off a cliff, which one would hit the ground first? (two answers)<br />The violist. The soprano would have to stop halfway down to ask directions.<br />Who cares?<br />A conductor and a violist are standing in the middle of the road. which one do you run over first, and why?<br />The conductor. Business before pleasure.<br /><br />Told you they were stupid. <br /><br />Hey by the way--pretend that the e-hubbers aren't even in the race. If you see one around you, imagine that they are one of those yavoes (Richard can supply a definition) in a group ride that comes up on you really fast and when you look over you notice he's on a Schwinn Le Tour 2 with 'Paramount' sharpied on the downtube, helmet on backwards- and then you think to yourself 1) yavoe 2) whatever and 3) B-Bye...<br />FIGHT- FINISH, turn the peddles, TURN 'EM, then FIGHT SOME MORE!!!!<br />GO GUYS-- You're doing great!!!!!<br />Mark JackobsMark Jackobsnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6467563734418894744.post-23299854132044422802009-06-26T18:08:22.387-07:002009-06-26T18:08:22.387-07:00Hi to my brother-in-law Charlie and to Richard,
I&...Hi to my brother-in-law Charlie and to Richard,<br />I'm absolutely amazed that you guys could actually make yourselves race through the daytime weather we've been having in the Midwest. I've been following your progress and am cheering for you from beautiful, hot, and humid Iowa City. (Hi to Eileen, too.)<br />Catherine AndersenAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6467563734418894744.post-49165961466450777162009-06-26T17:34:18.334-07:002009-06-26T17:34:18.334-07:00Go Richard Go! When I told Marissa what you are a...Go Richard Go! When I told Marissa what you are accomplishing, she said, "AWESOME!" I read the wonderful article about you in the Sun Press. What an AMAZING role model you are! THANK YOU for raising money for the Heights music program...in a few years both of my children will hopefully benefit from music education at their Heights school. See you at CMSS!<br /><br />Hiromi & Marissa VecciaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6467563734418894744.post-38538477399500268072009-06-26T17:18:59.099-07:002009-06-26T17:18:59.099-07:00I can't believe it's almost over!! The cre...I can't believe it's almost over!! The crew has been phenomenal and the blog has made it a real hour to hour adventure for all of us following Charlie and Richard across America.<br />This race epitomizes many qualities that still makes this a great nation--team work,self sacrifice,a tremendous amount of endurance and a great sense of adventure. Instead of "Houston,We've got a problem!" we can say "Annapolis,here comes Team Reaching Heights" (followed by a lot of chickens crossing the road for unknown reasons!)<br />God speed and good luck to the finish.<br />Anne B.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6467563734418894744.post-10772299996829972312009-06-26T17:05:09.122-07:002009-06-26T17:05:09.122-07:00Where are you right now. I think I have missed my...Where are you right now. I think I have missed my opportunities tto wave. <br /><br />MelanieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6467563734418894744.post-21849569630981590782009-06-26T16:54:22.486-07:002009-06-26T16:54:22.486-07:00Jeannie,
You and the crew are phenomenal! Thanks ...Jeannie,<br /><br />You and the crew are phenomenal! Thanks for keeping the guys as safe and healthy as possible (considering that their riding bicycles 24/7 across the country), and keeping them pointed towards Annaplois. Thanks also for blogging the team's adventure--you make us, at home, are along for the ride.<br /><br />Jody (Richard's brother) in Grand JunctionAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6467563734418894744.post-79629522794377236082009-06-26T16:32:23.765-07:002009-06-26T16:32:23.765-07:00Thanks for the update Jeannie. I enjoy hearing ab...Thanks for the update Jeannie. I enjoy hearing about the unexpected situations that occur. Running ahead of a bike rounding the corner sounds exactly like something I would do. Glad the tire was fixed with less drama then the planning of the fix. The crew are all doing a great job hanging in there through the problems and keeping Charlie and Richard always at the front of your mind. I know Charlie and Richard must be sooo sooo tired but hang in there you are sooo sooo close to the end line. Best wishes to all.Judyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06525144876041110379noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6467563734418894744.post-15844506689635570282009-06-26T16:25:01.859-07:002009-06-26T16:25:01.859-07:00You "GUYS" in the crew are great just ke...You "GUYS" in the crew are great just keep the wheels turning and the team will be in for a record. The crew is the support for the riders. The riders have an easy choice->do I ride yes/no, but the crew says where are we (?) New Mexico (?)->when can I sleep (?). Keep up the good work and be clearful. In RAAM 2007 I was in West Virgina. My light went out battary went in but the light was not closed. The light came off on a down hill->next words I heard were the car ahead hit a dear watch out for parts!<br />Keep up the support! You are almost home.<br /><br /> Walt ChapmanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com